Rogers is a patronymic name that became part of the settled population of Ireland.
Where does the Rogers name come from?
Rogers means “son of Roger” — from the Norman personal name Roger, from Germanic roots meaning “fame” and “spear,” in effect “famous with the spear.” It was a very common name carried to these islands by the Normans, and in Ireland it sometimes also stood in for the Gaelic Mac Ruaidhrí by similarity of sound.
Rogers in Ireland
The name became established in several parts of the country, both through settlement and through its overlap with native names. As a settled name, Rogers is found today across Ireland and among the diaspora in the United States, Canada, Australia and Britain.
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Carry the Rogers name with you
We craft heritage gifts for thousands of Irish and Scottish family names — mugs, woven blankets, ornaments and more. To find yours, type it into the search bar at the top of the page, or browse the Rogers collection here.
Frequently asked questions
Is Rogers an Irish surname?
Rogers is of Norman and English origin and became a settled name in Ireland, where it also overlapped with Gaelic names.
What does Rogers mean?
It means “son of Roger,” a name meaning “famous with the spear.”
Is there a Rogers family crest?
Families of the name have heraldic traditions; the crest and tartan artwork on our Rogers products is created as decorative heritage artwork to celebrate the name.
