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