Louth (barony) explained

Louth
Settlement Type:Barony
Subdivision Type:Sovereign state
Subdivision Name:Ireland
Subdivision Type1:County
Subdivision Name1:Louth
Area Total Km2:104.02
Area Total Sq Mi:40.16

Louth [1] is a barony in County Louth, Ireland.

Etymology

Louth barony is named after the village of Louth (also Irish: , for the god Lugh).

Location

Louth barony is found in central County Louth, mostly between the River Glyde and River Fane. It is bordered to the north by Dundalk Upper; to the south by Ardee; and to the west by Farney, County Monaghan.

History

Louth barony was formed from Ludha, or Lugha, the country of the Ó Cearbhaill Oirialla (O'Carroll of Oriel).

List of settlements

Below is a list of settlements in Louth barony:

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Lú/Louth . . 12 April 2024.