TAAFFE

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Taaffe

The surname Taaffe is of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic name "Ó Táth" or "Ó Taith" meaning "descendant of Táth". The Taaffe family is thought to have originated in Counties Louth and Monaghan in Ireland.

The Taaffe family has a long history, with notable figures emerging over the centuries. One of the most prominent figures was The 1st Viscount Taaffe, who was a renowned military commander and diplomat in the 17th century.

The name Taaffe has been spelled in various ways over time, including O'Taafe, Taffe, Taff, and Teafe. Emigration from Ireland during the 19th and 20th centuries saw Taaffe families settle in countries such as the United States, Australia, and Canada, spreading the name internationally.

Today, the surname Taaffe is relatively rare but continues to be borne by families of Irish descent, with a small number still residing in their ancestral homeland. The Taaffe name carries with it a sense of history and heritage, reflecting the enduring connections between the family and its Irish roots.

There are approximately 558 people named Taaffe in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around nine in a million people in Britain are named Taaffe.

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

Alastair
Colin
David
James
John
Kevin
Michael
Patrick
Paul
Peter
Thomas
William

Female

Angelique
Charlene
Christine
Elizabeth
Emma
Jennifer
Joan
Lesley
Linda
Margaret
Maria
Mary
Maureen
Rachel
Sarah

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