About Kennelly
The surname Kennelly is of Irish origin and is derived from the Gaelic name "Ó Cinnéide," meaning "descendant of Cinnéidigh." The personal name Cinnéidigh is composed of the elements "cinn," meaning "head" or "chief," and "éidigh," meaning "ugly" or "fierce." Therefore, the surname Kennelly can be interpreted to mean "descendant of the fierce or ugly chief."
The surname Kennelly is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Kennelly 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 the name "Kennelly" using braille for the visually impaired.
Using the sign language hand symbols below, you can sign the name "Kennelly."