Catherine Connolly
President of Ireland since 2025 (born 1957)
1957 — present
Quick Facts
Profession
President of Ireland since 2025 (born 1957)
Born
July 12, 1957
Age
~69 years
Name Origin
French
Timeline
politician, barrister, clinical psychologist
IrelandBorn in Galway
1957
Born in Galway (1957-07-12)
2004
PositionMayor of Galway (2004–2005)
2016
PositionTeachta Dála (2016–2020)
2020
PositionTeachta Dála (2020–2024)
2020
PositionLeas-Cheann Comhairle (2020–2025)
2024
PositionTeachta Dála (2024–2025)
About
Catherine Martina Ann Connolly is an Irish politician serving as the president of Ireland since 11 November 2025. She had been a TD for the Galway West constituency from 2016 until her election as president in 2025.
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Who is Catherine Connolly?+
Catherine Martina Ann Connolly is an Irish politician serving as the president of Ireland since 11 November 2025. She had been a TD for the Galway West constituency from 2016 until her election as president in 2025.
What does the name Catherine mean?+
The name Catherine means "unisex given name". It is of French origin.
When was Catherine Connolly born?+
Catherine Connolly was born on July 12, 1957.
Name Meaning
unisex given name
The name Catherine is of French origin, meaning "unisex given name". It is traditionally a female name.
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Catherine — July 12, 1957
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Cancer
Nurturing, loyal, protective
Water · Moon · Jun 21 – Jul 22
Chinese Zodiac
Rooster
Observant, hardworking, courageous
Fire · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
7 Muluc
Water — emotions, purification, flow
Celtic Tree
Holly
Noble, leader, strategist
Ogham: Tinne · Jul 8 – Aug 4
Birthstone: Ruby — Passion, vitality
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