MELLOY
Melloy
Melloy is a British surname of Irish origin. The name is derived from the Gaelic name Ó Maolchaoile, meaning "descendant of Maolchaoile." The prefix "Ó" indicates "descendant of," while Maolchaoile is a personal name derived from the elements "maol," meaning "bald" or "tonsured," and "caoile," meaning "slender" or "graceful."
The Melloy surname is most commonly found in Ireland, particularly in County Mayo and County Sligo. Over the years, many individuals bearing the surname Melloy have migrated to the United Kingdom and other parts of the world.
The Melloy family name is an example of the rich tapestry of Irish surnames that have influenced British history and culture. It is a testament to the shared heritage and intertwined histories of the British Isles.
Individuals with the surname Melloy may have a proud lineage connected to the Gaelic traditions of Ireland, reflecting the enduring legacy of the Irish diaspora across the British Isles and beyond.
There are approximately 205 people named Melloy in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Melloy.
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Scotland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Christopher
- David
- Dennis
- Douglas
- Elliot
- Garry
- Gary
- Graham
- Ian
- James
- Mark
- Robert
- Scott
- Stephen
- Steven
Female
- Angela
- Betty
- Caroline
- Cheryl
- Elizabeth
- Janett
- Joanna
- Laura
- Lisa
- Patricia
- Samantha
- Sharon
- Sheila
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.