How to Say “Mayo” in Irish

By Shaun Floyd • Updated October 5, 2026

Maigh Eo

The name of the English phrase 'Mayo' in Irish is Maigh Eo.

Maigh Eo is the Irish name for Mayo, a county located in the west of Ireland.

What does it mean word for word?

The name is a combination of Maigh, meaning 'plain' and Eo, meaning 'yew tree', so it literally translates to 'plain of the yew'.

Did you know?

The county of Maigh Eo takes its name from a specific village of the same name located within its borders.
In Ireland, the name Maigh Eo describes a landscape of 'plains' and 'yew trees', though the yew tree is now more associated with ancient burial sites than open fields.

Examples in context

Is as Maigh Eo é.
It is from Mayo.
An bhfuil tú i Maigh Eo?
Are you in Mayo?

Example conversation

Cathal and Niamh are talking about their travel plans.

Cathal

Cá bhfuil tú ag dul an tamsainn?
Where are you going this summer?
Niamh

Tá mé ag dul go Maigh Eo.
I am going to Mayo.
Cathal

Is iontach an áit í sin.
That is a wonderful place.
Niamh

Tá mé agneart an tairisgint!
I am looking forward to the trip!

Sources

Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry Maigh Eo, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
Word origins: Wiktionary entries Maigh Eo, eo, CC BY-SA 4.0.

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About The Author

Shaun Floyd

Dia Dhuit! Shaun here, an aficionado of all things Irish. When I'm not kayaking on the River Liffey, I'm indulging my love for the Irish language. I've dedicated my time to craft comprehensive guides on saying various phrases In Irish, whether it's sweet words like "I love you" or basic terms like the names of months and colors. My passion for Ireland's culture and tradition extends to my love for Guinness and traditional shillelagh. So come on, join me in our shared Gaeilge journey. Go raibh maith agat!

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