About Kornegay
The surname Kornegay is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Gaelic name "Mac Thormaid," meaning "son of Thormaid." Thormaid is a Gaelic personal name derived from the Old Norse name "Þórmundr," which combines the elements "Þórr" (Thor, the Norse god of thunder) and "mundr" (protection). Over time, the name Mac Thormaid evolved into Kornegay through Anglicization. The surname Kornegay is primarily found in Scotland and is associated with individuals who are descendants of Thormaid or have ancestral ties to the Scottish Highlands.
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The surname Kornegay is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Kornegay based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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