There are
805
Kieltys in the USAKielty is the
29366th
most common last name in the USAHistorical figures and celebrities called Kielty
CraigKielburger
Craig Kielburger is a Canadian activist and social entrepreneur who co-founded the charity organization Free The Children, now known as WE Charity, at the age of 12.JoelKinnaman
Joel Kinnaman is a Swedish-American actor known for his roles in TV series such as 'The Killing' and movies like 'RoboCop' and 'Suicide Squad.'PatKielty
Pat Kielty is a Northern Irish comedian, television presenter, and actor, known for his stand-up comedy and appearances on shows like 'The One Show' and 'Great British Menu.'EmmaKielty
Emma Kielty is a British judo player who represented Great Britain at the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, Japan.JakeKielty
Jake Kielty is an American football player who played as a tight end for the Auburn Tigers in college and went on to have a brief professional career.AnnieKielty
Annie Kielty is an Australian singer-songwriter known for her soulful voice and heartfelt lyrics. She has released several successful albums throughout her career.TomKielty
Tom Kielty is an Irish playwright and author, known for his works such as 'Did You Hear the One About the Irishman?' and 'The Big Fellah.'BrianKielty
Brian Kielty is a Scottish boxer who competed in the lightweight division at the 2014 Commonwealth Games and won a bronze medal.SarahKielty
Sarah Kielty is a British fashion designer known for her innovative designs and use of sustainable materials. She has showcased her collections at major fashion events.PaulKielty
Paul Kielty is a British musician and composer who has worked with various artists and bands, creating music across different genres and styles.Kielty Genealogy
OriginsThe surname 'Kielty' is of Irish origin and is derived from the Gaelic surname 'Ó Caoilte,' meaning 'descendant of Caoilti,' which is derived from the word 'caoilte,' meaning 'slender' or 'graceful.'
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Kielty' is most commonly found in Ireland, particularly in the province of Ulster. It may also be found in other English-speaking countries with Irish diaspora populations.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Kielty' include 'Kelty' and 'Keilty.'
Migration and ImmigrationDuring the Irish diaspora, many people with the surname 'Kielty' emigrated from Ireland to countries like the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom in search of better opportunities and to escape economic hardship.