About the name
- Origin
- Irish
- English version
- Kelly, Kellagh
- Variants
- Cellach
- Stronghold region
- All-Ireland
Overview
Borne by Saint Ceallach of Killala and by Ceallachán Caisil, 10th-century King of Munster and ancestor of the O'Callaghans.
The story behind Ceallach
Saint Ceallach of Killala was a 6th-century bishop who reputedly founded the see of Killala in north Connacht; the name was widely used among the Uí Maine and Connachta dynasties.
Mythology & legend
Non-mythological; meaning uncertain, possibly 'bright-headed'.
Did you know?
Source of the famous surnames Ó Ceallaigh (Kelly) and Mac Ceallaigh.
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