KEATING
Keating
Keating is an ancient Irish surname that originated from the Gaelic surname "Mac Céadadh", meaning "son of Céadadh". The name is believed to have its roots in County Tipperary in Ireland. Over time, the surname Keating spread to other parts of Ireland and eventually to other countries including the United Kingdom.
The Keating family has a long and illustrious history, with prominent figures such as John Keating (1899–1982), an Irish politician and Neil Keating (born 1965), a British artist, adding to the family's legacy. The surname is also associated with the Keating family of County Wexford, who were active in various social, political, and cultural spheres.
In modern times, individuals with the surname Keating can be found across the United Kingdom, particularly in areas with strong Irish heritage such as London, Liverpool, and Manchester. The name Keating continues to be passed down through generations, preserving a connection to its rich Irish and British heritage.
References:
- "Keating Family History." Ancestry.co.uk. Accessed September 2021.
- O'Brien, Kathleen. "Irish Layer Cake." The Wall Street Journal, 15 March 2018.
There are approximately 6,925 people named Keating in the UK. That makes it roughly the 1,366th most common surname in Britain. Around 106 in a million people in Britain are named Keating.
Surname type: From given name or forename
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
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Michael
- Patrick
- Paul
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Catherine
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Helen
- Karen
- Margaret
- Mary
- Michelle
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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