KELLIHER
Kelliher
Kelliher is an anglicised variant of the Irish surname "Ó Céileachair", derived from the Gaelic word "céile" meaning "companion". The name is of ancient Gaelic origin and is found primarily in County Kerry, Ireland. The Kelliher surname is classified as being of Irish origin, belonging to the clan who historically held ancestral lands in the southwestern region of the country.
The Kelliher family has a rich heritage in Ireland, with a long history of involvement in local affairs and community life. Many Kellihers have played prominent roles in various fields, including politics, business, and the arts.
The spread of the Kelliher surname to other parts of the world, including the United Kingdom and beyond, can be attributed to historical Irish migration patterns. Today, individuals bearing the name Kelliher can be found in different countries, particularly in regions with significant Irish diaspora populations.
The Kelliher surname is a symbol of Irish heritage and a reminder of the enduring connections between the people of Ireland and their descendants around the world.
There are approximately 424 people named Kelliher in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Kelliher.
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
- Daniel
- Danny
- David
- James
- John
- Michael
- Patrick
- Paul
- Stephen
- Thomas
Female
- Angela
- Cassandra
- Catherine
- Eileen
- Faye
- Helen
- Karen
- Mary
- Natasha
- Patricia
- Sandra
- Sarah
- Susan
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