How Do You Spell DOCHERTY?

Pronunciation: [dˈɒt͡ʃəti] (IPA)

The spelling of "Docherty" is as follows: /ˈdɒkərti/ (dok-ər-tee). The first syllable "dok" sounds like "dock" with a short "o" sound. The "er" sound in the second syllable is pronounced with the mouth slightly more open than a typical "e" sound. The final syllable is pronounced with a short "i" sound followed by a silent "e". It's important to note that while the spelling may seem complicated, proper pronunciation of a person's name is a sign of respect and can make a positive impression.

Common Misspellings for DOCHERTY

• dochherty

Etymology of DOCHERTY

The surname Docherty is of Scottish and Irish origin. It is derived from the Gaelic surname MacDochartaigh, meaning "son of Dochartach". The Gaelic personal name Dochartach is believed to be derived from the elements "docha", meaning "obliging" or "agreeable", and "artach", meaning "noble" or "nobleman". Therefore, the name MacDochartaigh or Docherty signifies "son of the noble one" or "son of the obliging one". Over time, variations of the spelling, pronunciation, and anglicization of the name have developed.

Similar spelling words for DOCHERTY

• dogcart,
• Dougherty.