Scally

Scally is a British surname that has origins rooted in Ireland. The name is most commonly found in the Liverpool area, where many Irish immigrants settled. The surname is believed to have Gaelic origins, with "scallie" meaning a mischievous person in Irish slang.

The Scally family name is associated with a working-class background and can be traced back to the early 19th century. Many bearers of the surname have been traditionally employed in manual labour or skilled trades.

Famous individuals with the surname Scally include John Scally, an Irish academic and librarian, known for his contributions to the field of library science.

The Scally surname remains relatively common in certain regions of the UK, particularly in Liverpool and other areas with significant Irish communities. It continues to be passed down through generations, symbolising a connection to Irish heritage and a sense of identity within the British Isles.

There are approximately 1,491 people named Scally in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,373rd most common surname in Britain. Around 23 in a million people in Britain are named Scally.

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
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Neil
  • Patrick
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Robert
  • Thomas

Female

  • Angela
  • Catherine
  • Christine
  • Claire
  • Diane
  • Elizabeth
  • Helen
  • Jean
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Nicola
  • Patricia

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