TheNameDBSculley
PatronymicMeaning
Derived from the Irish 'Ó Scolaidhe,' meaning descendant of Scolaidhe (a personal name).
Etymology
An Anglicized form of the Irish patronymic 'Ó Scolaidhe,' where 'Ó' indicates 'descendant of' and 'Scolaidhe' is a personal name of uncertain meaning. The name underwent various spelling changes during Anglicization.
About the Sculley Surname
An Irish patronymic surname derived from the Gaelic 'Ó Scolaidhe.' The name reflects the Irish naming tradition of using patronymic prefixes to indicate lineage.
Distribution
Found primarily in Ireland and among Irish-American populations.
Notable Bearers
Limited widely documented notable bearers; primarily a family surname.