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Tierney

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Name — An Irish surname derived from the Gaelic "O Tighearnaigh," meaning "descendant of the lord."

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Etymology

An Anglicized form of Irish Gaelic Ó Tiarnaigh "descendant of Tiarnach", a diminutive of tiarna (“lord, master”).

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Tierney” mean?
The word “Tierney” means an Irish surname derived from the Gaelic "O Tighearnaigh," meaning "descendant of the lord.".
How do you use “Tierney” in a sentence?
Here is “Tierney” used in a sentence: “Tierney played the lead role in the film.”
What part of speech is “Tierney”?
“Tierney” is a name.

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