This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: DianeCulhane Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.britisles.ireland.may.general/7957.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Check out the Griffith's index on failteromhat.com It shows only 4 Irvings, none in Mayo (which could only mean that they weren't farmers or landowners, though most Irish were). MacLysaght says Irving the Scottish form of Irvine, but none of those in Mayo either. However, another related name, Irwin, can be found in Mayo. You might look for parishes that included both Irwins and Conroys or Doohers. Diane Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.