What Does the Name Gilroy Mean

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Gilroy Name Meaning

Irish, ScottishFrom an Irish surname, either Mac Giolla Ruaidh, which means "son of the red-haired servant", or Mac Giolla Rí, which means "son of the king's servant".

Origin: IrishGender: Boy
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