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Donnelly

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Name — An Irish surname, and a place name found in Canada and the United States.

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Etymology

From the Irish surname, from Ó Donnghaile ("descendant of Donnghal"), from donn ("brown-haired") + gal ("valor").

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Donnelly” mean?

The word “Donnelly” means an Irish surname, and a place name found in Canada and the United States.

How do you use “Donnelly” in a sentence?

Here is “Donnelly” used in a sentence: “Mr. Donnelly ran the corner shop for thirty years.”

What part of speech is “Donnelly”?

“Donnelly” is a name.

Where does the word “Donnelly” come from?

The word “Donnelly” comes from Irish. From the Irish surname, from Ó Donnghaile ("descendant of Donnghal"), from donn ("brown-haired") + gal ("valor").

Is “Donnelly” a common word?

“Donnelly” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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