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