TAFFE
Taffe
Origin and Meaning:
Taffe is a surname of British and Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic name "Ó Táth," meaning "descendant of Táth." It is a cognate of the surname "Taafe" and may also have Norman-French roots.
History:
The Taffe surname is believed to have originated in Ireland and Scotland. The Taffe family is associated with counties such as Cavan, Westmeath, and Monaghan in Ireland. Over the centuries, members of the Taffe family have spread across the United Kingdom and beyond, contributing to various fields such as politics, arts, and academia.
Notable Individuals:
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Sir William Taffe (1753-1826): A British military officer who served during the Napoleonic Wars and later became an influential figure in British politics.
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Catherine Taffe (b. 1980): A renowned British artist known for her abstract paintings and sculptures.
Variants:
Variants of the Taffe surname include Taaffe, Taafe, and Tuff. These variations may be found in different regions and periods.
Modern Distribution:
The Taffe surname continues to be present in the United Kingdom, Ireland, and other English-speaking countries due to historical migration patterns. Today, individuals bearing the surname Taffe can be found in various professions and walks of life.
References:
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Hanks, Patrick, Hodges, Flavia, & Mills, A. D. (2002). A Dictionary of Surnames. Oxford University Press.
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Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (1997). A Dictionary of English Surnames. Oxford University Press.
There are approximately 126 people named Taffe in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Taffe.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Aidan
- Alexander
- Gary
- John
- Michael
- Patrick
- Paul
- Peter
- Simon
- Stephen
Female
- Edna
- Judith
- Kim
- Louise
- Lynsay
- Mary
- Millicent
- Noreen
- Sarah
- Susan
- Yvonne