O'Kelly

O'Kelly is a family name which can be derived from the Irish Ó Ceallaigh among others. More about the etymology of the name, see also here.

Well-known bearers of the name

Form O'Kelly

• Alberic O'Kelly de Galway (1911-1980), a Belgian chess master
• Dennis O'Kelly (1728? -1787 ), Irish horse breeders
• George Con O'Kelly (1886-1947), Irish wrestler
• Gregory John O'Kelly ( born 1941 ), Australian Priest, Bishop of Port Pirie
• John J. O'Kelly (1872-1957), Irish journalist and politician ( Sinn Féin )

Form Ó Ceallaigh

• Fiachra Ó Ceallaigh ( born 1933 ), Irish bishop
• Seán Ó Ceallaigh (1882-1966), President of Ireland (1945-1959)