TheNameDBCudahy
PatronymicMeaning
Descendant of Cudahy or from the Cudahy family of Irish nobility.
Etymology
Derived from Irish Gaelic origins, possibly related to 'Ó Cúdaighe' or similar patronymic forms. The surname is associated with Irish families of historical significance, though the exact etymology remains somewhat uncertain.
About the Cudahy Surname
An Irish patronymic surname with historical roots in Irish nobility and families. The name is associated with Irish-American business and community history.
Distribution
Found primarily in Ireland and among Irish-American communities in the United States.
Notable Bearers
Michael Cudahy (meatpacking industrialist), various Irish historical figures.