Clohessy
“descendant of Clochasach”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Clohessy an Irish name?
Clohessy is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Ó Clochasaigh.
What does the surname Clohessy mean?
Clohessy (Irish: Ó Clochasaigh) means “descendant of Clochasach”. Origin: Gaelic sept.
Where in Ireland is the surname Clohessy from?
The historic homeland of the Clohessy name is Clare, Limerick. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Clohessy?
Ó Clochasaigh. Related spellings: Cloghessy, O'Clohessy, O'Cloghessy.
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