There are
1094
Kissanes in the USA
Kissane is the
23283rd
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Kissane

CoenraadJacob

Coenraad Jacob Temminck was a Dutch aristocrat, zoologist, and museum director who established the modern science of ornithology.

ArthurMorris

Arthur Morris was an Australian cricketer who played for the Australian national team and is considered one of the greatest opening batsmen in history.

LarryKissell

Larry Kissell was an American politician who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives, representing North Carolina's 8th congressional district.

DaveKissane

Dave Kissane is an Australian former professional rugby league footballer who played as a prop in the 1980s and 1990s.

BobKissane

Bob Kissane is a former Australian rules footballer who played for the Fitzroy Football Club in the Victorian Football League.

HelenKissane

Helen Kissane is an Irish former swimmer who competed in multiple international swimming events, including the Olympic Games.

JamesJ.

James J. Kissane was an American lawyer and politician who served as the Mayor of St. Louis, Missouri from 1965 to 1973.

AnneKissane

Anne Kissane Engelhard is an American philanthropist and advocate for mental health awareness.

JohnJ.

John J. Kissane was an American lawyer and politician who served as the Attorney General of Michigan from 1937 to 1939.

GeraldineKissane

Geraldine Kissane is an Australian former cricketer who played for the Australian women's cricket team as a wicket-keeper.

Kissane Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Kissane' is of Irish origin and is derived from the Gaelic name 'Mac Uaisín', which means 'son of Uaisín'. It is a patronymic surname indicating descent from a male ancestor named Uaisín.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Kissane' is most commonly found in County Kerry, Ireland, where it originated. It is also found in other parts of Ireland and among the Irish diaspora in countries like the United States, Australia, and the United Kingdom.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Kissane' include 'Kisane', 'Mac Uaisín', 'MacUasine', and 'MacAusine'.
Migration and ImmigrationIrish immigrants with the surname 'Kissane' have settled in various countries, particularly during periods of Irish emigration, such as the Great Famine in the 19th century.