KEAVENY
Keaveny
Keaveny is a surname that has its origins in Scotland and Ireland, with notable concentrations in the counties of Mayo and Sligo. This surname is believed to be of Gaelic origin, derived from the Irish name Ó Caoimhánaigh, meaning 'descendant of Caoimhín', a personal name which itself means 'comely' or 'kind'.
The Keaveny family can trace its lineage back through generations, with many individuals making significant contributions in various fields. The surname has been recorded in historical documents and genealogical records, dating back to the medieval period in Scotland and Ireland.
The Keaveny name has spread beyond its original homelands and can now be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world, especially in countries with a significant Irish or Scottish diaspora. Individuals bearing the surname Keaveny have distinguished themselves in academia, politics, the arts, and various other professions.
Today, the Keaveny surname continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a connection to its rich heritage and ancestry. The name serves as a reminder of the enduring influence and contributions of the Keaveny family in British and Irish history.
There are approximately 201 people named Keaveny in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Keaveny.
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
- Antony
- James
- John
- Michael
- Nicholas
- Patrick
- Paul
- Simon
- Thomas
- Vincent
Female
- Diane
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Iris
- Janis
- Jennifer
- Lucy
- Mary
- Miriam
- Patricia
- Sara
- Veronica
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