KEENEY

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Keeney

Keeney is a surname of Irish origin that may also be found in Britain. The name is derived from the Irish personal name "Ó Ceinidigh," meaning "descendant of Ceinidigh."

The Keeney surname has been recorded in various parts of the United Kingdom, with clusters of Keeney families found in areas such as England, Scotland, and Wales. Over time, the spelling of the surname may have evolved, leading to variations such as Keane, Keen, and O'Keeney.

Like many surnames, the Keeney name may have different meanings and origins depending on regional and historical factors. Family crests bearing the Keeney surname often feature symbols such as lions, eagles, or shields, reflecting the pride and heritage of the family.

Individuals with the surname Keeney have made contributions to various fields throughout history, including but not limited to literature, art, science, and politics. The Keeney surname remains a part of the rich tapestry of British surnames, bearing witness to the diverse heritage and history of the British Isles.

There are approximately 518 people named Keeney in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Keeney.

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
Charles
Daniel
James
John
Kenneth
Mark
Michael
Norbert
Patrick
Paul
Robert
Sean

Female

Angela
Anne
Caroline
Catherine
Elizabeth
Katherine
Laura
Linda
Loraine
Louise
Margaret
Mary
Maureen
Michelle
Susan

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.