FENNESSY
Fennessy
Fennessy is a surname of Irish origin. It is an anglicised form of the Gaelic surname "Ó Fionnghusa", derived from the words "fionn" meaning "white" or "fair" and "gusa" meaning "choice" or "excellent". The name is primarily found in County Limerick and County Clare in Ireland.
The Fennessy family has a rich heritage, with a history dating back centuries. The surname is often associated with the counties of Munster, particularly Limerick, where the family has deep roots. Over the years, individuals bearing the surname Fennessy have made significant contributions in various fields, including politics, literature, and business.
Like many Irish surnames, Fennessy has variations in spelling, including Fennessey, Fenessy, and others. The name has spread beyond Ireland due to emigration, and Fennessy families can be found in other parts of the world, particularly in countries such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom.
Today, the Fennessy surname continues to be borne by many individuals proud of their Irish ancestry, carrying on the legacy of their forebears and upholding the traditions associated with the name.
There are approximately 402 people named Fennessy in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Fennessy.
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
- Anthony
- Christopher
- Daniel
- David
- James
- John
- Liam
- Michael
- Patrick
- Paul
- Robert
Female
- Claire
- Gaynor
- Hazel
- Jacqueline
- Jennifer
- Joan
- Karen
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Marie
- Mary
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Susan