About Oshaughnessy
The surname O'Shaughnessy is of Irish origin and is derived from the Gaelic name "Ó Seachnasaigh," meaning "descendant of Seachnasach." The name Seachnasach is believed to be derived from the Gaelic word "seachnadh," meaning "to avoid" or "to escape." Therefore, the surname O'Shaughnessy can be interpreted as "descendant of the one who avoids or escapes."
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The surname Oshaughnessy is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Oshaughnessy based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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