About Ailey
The surname Ailey is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Gaelic name Mac Amhalghaidh, meaning "son of Amhalghaidh." The name Amhalghaidh itself is believed to be derived from the Old Norse name Áleifr, meaning "ancestor's descendant" or "forefather's descendant." Over time, the name Mac Amhalghaidh evolved into Ailey, and individuals with this surname can trace their ancestry back to the Scottish Highlands.
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The surname Ailey is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Ailey based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Ailey in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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