Origin and Meaning of Kavanaugh

Descendant of Caomhánach, meaning 'handsome' or 'comely'

Origin: Irish - Kavanaugh is derived from the Gaelic 'Caomhánach', which refers to a clan name meaning 'descendant of Caomhán', a name meaning handsome or comely.

• Kavanaugh is a surname that has gained prominence in recent years due to its association with public figures in American politics and law.
• The name is primarily found in Ireland and among the Irish diaspora, particularly in the United States.
• Notable bearers of the name include Brett Kavanaugh, an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States, who brought significant media attention to the surname.
• While Kavanaugh is not commonly used as a first name, its popularity as a surname has remained consistent and has been used in various contexts, including literature and media.
• Similar names include Kavanagh, which is a variation of the same surname, and other Irish surnames like O'Kavanagh, which have similar meanings.