DELAHUNTY
Also recorded as De La Hunty, De-La-Hunty, Dela Hunty, de La Hunty
Delahunty
The surname Delahunty, originating from the British Isles, is of Irish Gaelic descent. It is said to have derived from the Old Gaelic name "O'Dulchaointigh," meaning 'descendant of the dark or unhappy one.' The name is believed to have originated in County Tipperary, Ireland, with the Delahunty sept being prominent in this region.
The Delahunty family has a rich history, with members holding a variety of occupations over the centuries. They were known to be farmers, landowners, merchants, and even clergy. The Delahunty surname is also associated with stories of valour and resilience, with some members of the family being noted for their role in Irish rebellions and historical events.
The distribution of the Delahunty surname can be found predominantly in Ireland, particularly in counties Tipperary, Kilkenny, Laois, and Waterford. However, due to migration patterns, individuals with the surname can also be found in other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond.
Today, the Delahunty surname carries a sense of pride and heritage for those who bear it, reflecting a legacy of resilience, determination, and cultural identity.
There are approximately 699 people named Delahunty in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,710th most common surname in Britain. Around 11 in a million people in Britain are named Delahunty.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Anthony
- Christopher
- David
- Fgj
- Francis
- Fred
- John
- Joseph
- Michael
- Patrick
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Terry
Female
- Ann
- Brigid
- Catherine
- Christine
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Kay
- Louise
- Margaret
- Mary
- Maureen
- Sarah