DEVENNEY

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

Devenney

Devenney is a surname of Irish origin, predominantly found in the north-west of Ireland. The name is an anglicised form of the Gaelic name "Ó Daimhin" or "Ó Díomáin", meaning "descendant of Damhan" or "descendant of Diomán".

The Devenney surname is most commonly associated with County Donegal in Ireland, particularly in the Inishowen Peninsula and the city of Letterkenny. Throughout history, individuals bearing the Devenney surname have been known for their involvement in various aspects of Irish life, including agriculture, politics, and business.

In more recent times, many individuals bearing the Devenney surname have emigrated from Ireland to other parts of the world, including the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, Australia, and beyond. The diaspora of Devenney families has helped to spread the name to different corners of the globe.

The ancestral crest of the Devenney family features traditional Irish symbols and motifs, reflecting their cultural heritage. Today, individuals with the surname Devenney can be found in diverse professions and walks of life, contributing to the rich tapestry of the British Isles and beyond.

There are approximately 507 people named Devenney in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Devenney.

Origin: Celtic

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: Ireland

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: Gaelic

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

David
Gerald
Gerard
James
John
Kevin
Martin
Michael
Patrick
Paul
Robert
William

Female

Catherine
Jill
Jo-anne
Julie
Kathleen
Laura
Louise
Margaret
Marie
Mary
Nicola
Patricia
Sarah
Susan

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