Connelly - Last Names

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Connelly

/ˈkɒnəli/

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Moderate

Meaning

Descendant of Conghalach

Represents lineage, strength, and loyalty to family heritage; often symbolizes pride in Irish ancestry and enduring personal fortitude.

Symbolism

Embodies ancestral pride, cultural endurance, and the values of kinship and perseverance through generations.

Etymology: Derived from the Old Irish personal name 'Conghalach,' composed of the elements 'con' (hound) and 'gal' (valor), meaning 'champion' or 'fierce as a hound'; the prefix 'Ó' indicates 'descendant of,' while 'Mac' means 'son of.'

Style & Origin

traditional

strong

Cultural Background

Of Irish origin, Connelly is an anglicized form of the Gaelic 'Ó Conghalaigh' or 'Mac Conghalaigh,'

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