Louth (barony)

Louth () is a barony in County Louth, Ireland.

Etymology

Louth barony is named after the village of Louth (also , 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:

• Louth
• Tallanstown

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