About Clohessy
The surname Clohessy is of Irish origin and is derived from the Gaelic name "Ó Clochasaigh," meaning "descendant of Clochasaigh." The name itself is believed to be derived from the Gaelic word "cloch," meaning "stone," and "sásach," meaning "Saxon." Therefore, the surname Clohessy likely originated as a nickname for someone who was associated with or had characteristics of a Saxon or someone who lived near a stone.
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The surname Clohessy is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Clohessy 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 Clohessy in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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