KELLEHER
Kelleher
Kelleher is a surname of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic O'Cadhla, meaning 'descendant of Cadhla,' which translates to 'beautiful.' The name is primarily found in the southern parts of Ireland, particularly in County Cork.
The Kelleher family is said to have originated from the ancient Eoghanacht tribal grouping in Munster. Over the centuries, the Kelleher name has spread beyond Ireland, with many individuals bearing this surname emigrating to various parts of the world, including the United Kingdom.
People bearing the surname Kelleher have made significant contributions in various fields such as academics, arts, business, and politics. This surname is often associated with qualities like strength, resilience, and creativity.
Today, the Kelleher name continues to be passed down through generations and remains a part of the rich tapestry of British and Irish surnames.
There are approximately 3,004 people named Kelleher in the UK. That makes it roughly the 2,990th most common surname in Britain. Around 46 in a million people in Britain are named Kelleher.
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
- Christopher
- Daniel
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Patrick
- Paul
- Sean
- Thomas
Female
- Annette
- Catherine
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Julie
- Karen
- Louise
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nicola
- Sarah
- Susan
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