Kilgariff

Kilgariff is a surname of Irish origin that is commonly found in the British Isles. The name is derived from the Gaelic "Ó Cill Garbh", which translates to "descendant of the rough church".

Historically, the Kilgariff family was known to have originated in Ireland, particularly in the western parts of the country. Over time, some members of the Kilgariff clan may have migrated to Great Britain, leading to the presence of the surname in the British populace.

The Kilgariff surname is relatively rare but continues to be found in various parts of the United Kingdom, particularly in areas with historical Irish connections. Individuals bearing the Kilgariff name may have diverse backgrounds, occupations, and family histories, making it a unique and intriguing component of British surnames.

There are approximately 204 people named Kilgariff in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Kilgariff.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Christopher
  • Darren
  • David
  • Dennis
  • John
  • Joseph
  • Mark
  • Martin
  • Michael
  • Neil
  • Scott

Female

  • Hannah
  • Julie
  • Laura
  • Lauren
  • Maureen
  • Michelle
  • Rosemary
  • Sandra
  • Sarah
  • Sharon

Similar and related surnames

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

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