The surname Tighe is of Irish origin, derived from the Old Gaelic Mac Tighe or O Taidhg. It is a shortened form of the Gaelic name Ó Taidhg, meaning "descendant of Tadhg, " which is a byname for a poet, or philosopher. The name has undergone various spelling variations over time, such as McTeige, and Teague, reflecting the anglicization process. The Tighe family was originally found in County Galway and other western counties of Ireland. The name has been significant in Irish history and culture, particularly in the context of septs and clans.
