Kehoe
“son of Eochaidh — from each, 'horse'”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Kehoe an Irish name?
Kehoe is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Mac Eochaidh.
What does the surname Kehoe mean?
Kehoe (Irish: Mac Eochaidh) means “son of Eochaidh — from each, 'horse'”. Origin: Gaelic learned family.
Where in Ireland is the surname Kehoe from?
The historic homeland of the Kehoe name is Wexford, Wicklow. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Kehoe?
Mac Eochaidh. Related spellings: MacKehoe, Kehoe.
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