Coffey
“descendant of Cobhthach, 'victorious'”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Coffey an Irish name?
Coffey is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Ó Cobhthaigh.
What does the surname Coffey mean?
Coffey (Irish: Ó Cobhthaigh) means “descendant of Cobhthach, 'victorious'”. Origin: Gaelic learned family.
Where in Ireland is the surname Coffey from?
The historic homeland of the Coffey name is Westmeath, Longford, Cork. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Coffey?
Ó Cobhthaigh. Related spellings: O'Coffey, Cowhey.
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