Kiley

Patronymic

Meaning

Descendant of Caoileadh, a name possibly meaning slender or graceful.

Etymology

An anglicized form of the Irish surname Ó Caoileadh or Mac Caoileadh. The Irish personal name Caoileadh may derive from 'caol' meaning slender or narrow.

About the Kiley Surname

An Irish patronymic surname with roots in Gaelic traditions. The name has become more widespread through Irish emigration.

Distribution

Found in Ireland and throughout Irish diaspora communities, particularly in North America.

Notable Bearers

Richard Kiley, Lainie Kazan

People with the Kiley Surname

M.M. Kiley