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