Scully - Last Names

Name Orchard

Scully

/ˈskʌli/

🔥🔥🔥
Moderate

Meaning

Descendant of the scholar or student

Represents intellectual heritage, learning, and a connection to scholarly pursuits passed through generations.

Symbolism

Embodies wisdom, tradition, and the value placed on education and knowledge within a family lineage.

Etymology: Derived from the Old Irish 'scolaidhe,' meaning 'scholar' or 'student,' combined with the Gaelic patronymic prefix 'O'' meaning 'descendant of.' The name originally denoted a learned person or one devoted to study.

Style & Origin

traditional
professional

Cultural Background

Of Irish origin, Scully is an anglicized form of the Gaelic 'O'Sculaidhe,' meaning 'descendant of th

nameorchard.com

Explore More Last Names

Discover hundreds of beautiful names in this category

Scully (Last Names) - What Does Scully Mean? | Name Orchard