TheNameDBKEHOE
PatronymicMeaning
Descendant of Eochaidh, an ancient Irish name.
Etymology
An Anglicized form of the Irish surname Ó hEochaidh, derived from the personal name Eochaidh. The name Eochaidh has ancient roots in Irish mythology and history.
About the KEHOE Surname
An Irish patronymic surname with roots in ancient Gaelic tradition. The surname reflects the Irish naming convention of using 'Ó' (descendant of) before ancestral names.
Distribution
Found primarily in Ireland and among Irish diaspora communities, particularly in the United States.
Notable Bearers
Andrew Kehoe