There are
486
Leaveys in the USA
Leavey is the
44270th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Leavey

WilliamLeavey

William Leavey was an American businessman and philanthropist who served as the CEO of the Prudential Insurance Company of America.

MeganLeavey

Megan Leavey is a former US Marine corporal and Iraq War veteran who served as a military dog handler and was awarded a Purple Heart.

ThomasA.

Thomas A. Leavey was an American businessman and co-founder of Farmers Insurance Group, one of the largest insurance companies in the United States.

MonicaLeavey

Monica Leavey is an American attorney and politician who served as a member of the Maryland House of Delegates from 1991 to 1994.

EdwardJ.

Edward J. Leavey was an American businessman and philanthropist who served as the Chairman and CEO of Maytag Corporation.

HenryK.

Henry K. Leavey was an American businessman and philanthropist who co-founded Farmers Insurance Group.

PatriciaLeavey

Patricia Leavey is an American attorney and judge who served as a member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives.

JosephLeavey

Joseph Leavey is an American racehorse trainer who has won numerous prestigious races, including the Kentucky Derby.

MargaretLeavey

Margaret Leavey is an American journalist and author known for her books on history and biography.

RyanLeavey

Ryan Leavey is an American actor and filmmaker known for his roles in independent films and television shows.

Leavey Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Leavey' is of Irish origin. The name is an anglicized form of the Irish surname Ó Maolmhuaidh, meaning 'descendant of Maolmhuadh', which is derived from the Gaelic elements 'maol' (bald, smooth) and 'muadh' (noble).
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Leavey' is most commonly found in Ireland, particularly in counties Laois, Offaly, and Westmeath. It is also found in smaller numbers in the United States and other English-speaking countries with Irish diaspora.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Leavey' include 'Leavy', 'Levy', 'Levvy', and 'Leavie'.
Migration and ImmigrationThe name 'Leavey' is often associated with Irish migration to the United States during the 19th century. Many Irish Leaveys sought economic opportunities in America, particularly in cities like New York and Boston.