MAHONY
Mahony
Mahony is a surname of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic Ó Mathghamhna, meaning "bear". The name is most commonly found in County Cork, Ireland, with variations including Mahoney, O'Mahoney, and Mahony.
The Mahony family has a rich history, with records dating back to the medieval period in Ireland. The Mahonys were originally a powerful clan in Cork and played significant roles in local governance and military affairs.
During the Irish diaspora, many Mahonys emigrated to Britain and other parts of the world, spreading the name to different regions. Today, Mahony is a fairly uncommon surname, with concentrations in Ireland, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Australia.
Notable individuals with the surname Mahony include prominent politicians, artists, and sports personalities. The Mahony name continues to be passed down through generations, retaining a connection to its Irish heritage.
There are approximately 1,341 people named Mahony in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,863rd most common surname in Britain. Around 21 in a million people in Britain are named Mahony.
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
- Christopher
- Daniel
- David
- John
- Kevin
- Michael
- Nicholas
- Patrick
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
Female
- Anne
- Catherine
- Christine
- Deirdre
- Elizabeth
- Helen
- Kathleen
- Margaret
- Mary
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
- Veronica