KEAVENEY
Keaveney
Keaveney is a surname of Irish origin, commonly found in the United Kingdom. The name is derived from the Gaelic surname "MacAodha" or "Mac Aodhaigh", meaning "son of Aodh", which translates to "fire" in English. The Keaveney surname is primarily associated with County Galway and the surrounding regions in Ireland.
The Keaveney family can trace its roots back to ancient Gaelic origins, with a history steeped in Celtic traditions and heritage. Over the centuries, the Keaveney surname has spread beyond Ireland, with many individuals bearing this name settling in the United Kingdom, particularly in regions with a strong Irish community.
Individuals with the surname Keaveney have made notable contributions in various fields, including academia, politics, and the arts. The Keaveney name continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a connection to its rich Irish roots while adapting to the cultural landscape of the United Kingdom.
Today, the Keaveney surname remains a distinctive part of the British and Irish heritage, serving as a reminder of the enduring influence of Gaelic culture and traditions in the modern world.
There are approximately 486 people named Keaveney in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Keaveney.
Surname type: Location or geographical feature
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
- James
- John
- Joseph
- Mark
- Martin
- Michael
- Patrick
- Paul
- Peter
- Thomas
Female
- Angela
- Catherine
- Christine
- Deborah
- Elizabeth
- Enda
- Frankie
- Julie
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Mary
- Sarah
- Yvette
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