About Gillooly
The surname Gillooly is of Irish origin and is derived from the Gaelic name Mac Giolla Uidhir, meaning "son of the pale-haired servant." It is a patronymic surname, indicating descent from a male ancestor with the given name Giolla Uidhir. The name likely originated as a nickname for someone with fair or blond hair who worked as a servant. Over time, the name evolved into Gillooly and has been passed down through generations as a family name.
The surname Gillooly is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Gillooly 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 Gillooly in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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