About Gaffaney
The surname Gaffaney is of Irish origin and is derived from the Gaelic name Ó Gafáin, meaning "descendant of Gafán." The name Gafán itself is believed to be derived from the word "gafa," meaning "captive" or "prisoner." It is likely that the original bearer of the surname was either a captive or had some association with captivity, possibly as a nickname or occupational name. Over time, the name Gaffaney has evolved and been anglicized in various ways.
The surname Gaffaney is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Gaffaney 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 Gaffaney in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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