CRILLY
Crilly
Crilly is a surname of Irish origin. It is derived from the Irish Gaelic surname "O'Cearbhaill," meaning "descendant of Cearbhall." The name is mainly found in Northern Ireland and County Armagh.
The Crilly surname is considered to be of ancient Gaelic origin, with roots tracing back to medieval Ireland. It was often anglicised during the colonial period, when English domination led to the conversion of many Gaelic surnames.
Over time, the Crilly surname has been borne by various notable individuals, including members of the Irish clergy, artists, and politicians. The name carries a sense of pride and heritage, reflecting the rich history of the Irish diaspora in Britain and beyond.
Today, the Crilly surname continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a connection to its Irish Gaelic roots while being embraced by individuals of diverse backgrounds.
Typical given names associated with the Crilly surname
Male
- Daniel
- David
- James
- John
- Kevin
- Michael
- Patrick
- Paul
- Raymond
- Robert
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Anne
- Carol
- Catherine
- Elizabeth
- Jacqueline
- Karen
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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There are approximately 1,150 people named Crilly in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,634th most common surname in Britain. Around 18 in a million people in Britain are named Crilly.
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Ireland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Famous people named Crilly
- Anna Crilly - Actor and comedian
- Tommy Crilly - Association football player and manager (1895 to 1960)
- Mark Crilly - Football player
- Daniel Crilly - Politician and journalist (1857 to 1923)
Names and descriptions courtesy of Wikipedia, and may contain errors. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of every famous person with this name.