Who Is Famous from Offaly?

What is the meaning of Offaly?

Offaly. / (ˈɒfəlɪ) / noun. an inland county of E central Republic of Ireland, in Leinster province: formerly an ancient kingdom, which also included parts of Tipperary, Leix, and Kildare.

How did Birr get its name?

Map of Birr 1822

The ancient town of Birr takes its name from the Irish word Birra meaning standing water. The area was part of an area controlled by the O'Carroll family known as Ely O Carroll . ... The town reverted to its ancient name of Birr in 1903. This maps shows the demesne town as it was in 1822.