SHAUGHNESSY
Shaughnessy
Shaughnessy is an Anglicized form of the Irish surname Ó Seachnasaigh, meaning "descendant of Seachnasach". The name is of ancient Gaelic origin, tracing back to the 10th century in Ireland.
The Shaughnessy family is primarily associated with County Galway in Connacht, Ireland. Over the centuries, the family has spread throughout Ireland and beyond, with a notable presence found in the United Kingdom, particularly in England and Scotland.
One of the most famous bearers of the Shaughnessy surname is Patrick Shaughnessy, an eminent Irish playwright and novelist known for his contributions to Irish literature in the late 19th century.
The surname Shaughnessy has retained its popularity and significance among the Irish diaspora in the UK, with many individuals proudly carrying on the family name across generations. Furthermore, the Shaughnessy surname has become synonymous with resilience, creativity, and a deep-rooted connection to Irish heritage.
There are approximately 1,091 people named Shaughnessy in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,905th most common surname in Britain. Around 17 in a million people in Britain are named Shaughnessy.
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
- Gary
- James
- John
- Kevin
- Michael
- Patrick
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Stephen
- Thomas
Female
- Camilla
- Deirdre
- Elizabeth
- Jacqueline
- Janet
- Joanne
- Karen
- Kathryn
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Mary
- Patricia
- Reena
- Sarah
- Susan
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