The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Quick answersIs O'Keeffe an Irish name?
O'Keeffe is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Ó Caoimh.
What does the surname O'Keeffe mean?
O'Keeffe (Irish: Ó Caoimh) means “descendant of Caomh, 'gentle, beloved'”. Origin: Gaelic sept.
Where in Ireland is the surname O'Keeffe from?
The historic homeland of the O'Keeffe name is Cork. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for O'Keeffe?
Ó Caoimh. Related spellings: Keefe, Keeffe.
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