Summary

The surname Daly is of Irish origin and is derived from the Irish Gaelic name Ó Dálaigh, meaning 'descendant of Dálach'. This surname is commonly associated with County Galway and County Mayo in Ireland.
There are
31330
Dalys in the USA
Daly is the
1118th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Daly

TyneDaly

Tyne Daly is an American actress known for her role as Detective Mary Beth Lacey in the television series 'Cagney & Lacey' and for her work on Broadway.

TimDaly

Tim Daly is an American actor and producer known for his role as Joe Hackett on the television series 'Wings' and for his work in 'Madam Secretary.'

CarsonDaly

Carson Daly is an American television host, radio personality, and producer known for his work on MTV's 'Total Request Live' and as the host of 'The Voice.'

DalyCherry-Evans

Daly Cherry-Evans is an Australian professional rugby league footballer who plays as a halfback and is the captain of the Manly Warringah Sea Eagles in the NRL.

MariaDaly

Maria Daly is an Irish journalist and television presenter who has worked with RTÉ, Ireland's national broadcaster, on programs such as 'The Tonight Show.'

ChuckDaly

Chuck Daly was an American basketball coach, best known for coaching the Detroit Pistons to back-to-back NBA championships in 1989 and 1990.

JohnDaly

John Daly is an American professional golfer known for his long drives off the tee and his colorful personality both on and off the golf course.

DaraDaly

Dara Daly is an Irish actress known for her roles on television shows such as 'Fair City' and 'The Clinic,' as well as for her theater work.

DalyThompson

Daly Thompson is a British former decathlete who won two Olympic gold medals and set multiple world records during his athletic career.

DalyDos

Daly Dos Santos is a Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt and professional mixed martial artist who has competed in organizations such as Bellator MMA.

Daly Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Daly' is of Irish origin and is derived from the Gaelic name Ó Dálaigh or Ó Dálach, meaning 'descendant of Dálach.'
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Daly' is most commonly found in Ireland and the United States, reflecting the Irish diaspora and immigration to America.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Daly' include 'Dailey,' 'Daley,' 'Dalyell,' 'Daily,' 'Dawley,' 'Tally,' 'Talley,' 'Tallyman,' 'Dally,' and 'Dall.'
Migration and ImmigrationThe Irish surname 'Daly' is associated with the migration and immigration of Irish people, particularly during the Great Famine and in search of economic opportunities.