There are
713
Conniffs in the USA
Conniff is the
32302nd
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Conniff

JodiConniff

Jodi Conniff is an American painter known for her abstract expressionist artworks that explore themes of color, movement, and emotion.

JoeConniff

Joe Conniff is a former American football player who played as a running back for the New York Jets in the 1970s.

MichaelConniff

Michael Conniff is an American historian and author known for his books on Latin American history and politics, including 'Urban Politics in Brazil: The Rise of the PT' and 'Populism in Latin America.'

RayConniff

Ray Conniff was an American composer, arranger, and conductor known for his easy listening and orchestral pop music, particularly his recordings with the Ray Conniff Singers.

DennisConniff

Dennis Conniff is an American journalist and author known for his work in environmental journalism, including his book 'The Ape in the Corner Office: Understanding the Workplace Beast in All of Us.'

StephenConniff

Stephen Conniff is an Irish poet known for his collections of poetry, including 'Within the Cup of Understanding' and 'The Unbroken Thread.'

KatherineConniff

Katherine Conniff is an American actress known for her roles in films like 'The Runaways' and 'The Fault in Our Stars.'

JohnConniff

John Conniff is an Australian musician and songwriter known for his work as the lead guitarist of the rock band Conniff and the Connemaras.

LauraConniff

Laura Conniff is a British fashion designer known for her luxury clothing brand Laura Conniff Couture that specializes in bespoke bridal wear.

PatConniff

Pat Conniff is a retired American basketball player who played as a forward for the Boston Celtics in the 1960s.

Conniff Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Conniff' is of Irish origin. It is an anglicized form of the Gaelic name 'Ó Coinifé,' meaning 'descendant of Coinifé,' a personal name derived from the elements 'cu,' meaning 'hound,' and 'naomh,' meaning 'saint.'
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Conniff' is most commonly found in the United States, particularly in states with high populations of Irish-Americans, such as New York, Massachusetts, and Illinois.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Conniff' include 'Caniff,' 'Connely,' 'Comey,' 'Connery,' 'Conniffi,' 'Conniffe,' 'Conly,' 'Conzy,' 'Confi,' and 'Coviff.'
Migration and ImmigrationThe name 'Conniff' likely accompanied Irish immigrants to the United States during waves of Irish immigration in the 19th and early 20th centuries.