TheNameDBGaffney
PatronymicMeaning
Descendant of Gamhna, a personal name possibly meaning 'calf' or related to the Gaelic word for young animal.
Etymology
Derived from the Irish Ó Gamhna, where 'Ó' indicates descent and 'Gamhna' is a personal name of uncertain but likely animal-related origin. The surname was anglicized from its Irish form during the medieval period.
About the Gaffney Surname
An Irish patronymic surname with roots in medieval Gaelic naming traditions. The name has maintained strong presence in Ireland and Irish diaspora communities.
Distribution
Primarily found in Ireland, particularly in County Tipperary and surrounding regions.
Notable Bearers
Gaffney is a relatively common Irish surname with various bearers in modern times