Name Meaning & Origin
"An Irish surname transferred from the nickname of Anglo-Norman origin, meaning Briton or foreigner. Also a translation of Breathnach, with the same meaning."
Data last updated: 2025 SSA records
Walshe is a surname, a variant of Walsh, meaning "Wales", i.e. "foreigner" (non-English) originating in Wales, brought to Ireland by Normans. It is most common in County Mayo and County Kilkenny. There are other variants including "Welsh". Walshe is uncommon as a given name.
Walshe is a surname, a variant of Walsh, meaning "Wales", i.e. "foreigner" (non-English) originating in Wales, brought to Ireland by Normans. It is most common in County Mayo and County Kilkenny. There are other variants including "Welsh". Walshe is uncommon as a given name.
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Root element "Walshe" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "An Irish surname transferred from the nickname of Anglo-Norman origin, meaning Briton or foreigner. Also a translation of Breathnach, with the same meaning.".
Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.
Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.
Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.
A name used globally.
The Life Path number for Walshe is 5, associated with Freedom & Adventure. Soul Urge: 6. Personality: 8.
Walshe is Gender-Neutral. Based on US data, 50% male and 50% female.
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