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Patrick Kelly

Photograph of Patrick Kelly Source: Library of Congress

Personal Details

Given Name
Patrick
Surname
Kelly

The Name Patrick

Origin
Irish
Meaning
Of noble birth.
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The Kelly Surname

Origin
Irish
Meaning
Descendant of Ceallach, meaning bright-headed or warrior.
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Source

Library of Congress

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