About Cuningham
The surname Cuningham is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Gaelic name "Cuinneagáin," meaning "descendant of Cuinneagán." The name Cuinneagán is a diminutive form of "cuinneag," which translates to "milk pail" or "milk churn." It is believed that the surname Cuningham was originally a nickname given to someone who worked with milk or had a connection to dairy farming. Over time, the name evolved into Cuningham and became a hereditary surname passed down through generations.
The surname Cuningham is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Cuningham 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 Cuningham in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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