Conneely
“son of Conghal — 'hound' and 'valour'”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Conneely an Irish name?
Conneely is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Mac Conghaile / Ó Conghaile.
What does the surname Conneely mean?
Conneely (Irish: Mac Conghaile / Ó Conghaile) means “son of Conghal — 'hound' and 'valour'”. Origin: Gaelic sept.
Where in Ireland is the surname Conneely from?
The historic homeland of the Conneely name is Galway, Mayo. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Conneely?
Mac Conghaile / Ó Conghaile. Related spellings: MacConneely, Kineally, Conneally.
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