Summary

English surname derived from Gaelic personal name Maol Dhubhshláin, meaning 'devotee of the black-haired one'. Commonly found in Ireland and the United Kingdom, with a rich history dating back several centuries.
There are
30671
Maloneys in the USA
Maloney is the
1149th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Maloney

MatthewMaloney

Matthew Maloney is a Canadian entrepreneur and the co-founder of the food delivery service company, SkipTheDishes.

PatMaloney

Pat Maloney is a Canadian musician known for his folk-rock and country style of music.

DavidMaloney

David Maloney is a British television producer known for his work on the popular science fiction series, Doctor Who.

AdrianMaloney

Adrian Maloney is a British Olympic swimmer who competed in the 1988 and 1992 Summer Olympics.

CarolineMaloney

Caroline Maloney is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for New York's 12th congressional district.

MichaelMaloney

Michael Maloney is a British actor known for his roles in films such as 'Hamlet' and 'Truly, Madly, Deeply.'

KarenMaloney

Karen Maloney is an Australian fashion designer and the founder of the women's clothing brand, Morrison.

DanielMaloney

Daniel Maloney is a former professional ice hockey player who played in the National Hockey League (NHL).

JacquelineMaloney

Jacqueline Maloney is an American singer-songwriter known for her soulful jazz and blues style of music.

BrianMaloney

Brian Maloney is an American radio talk show host and political commentator.

Maloney Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Maloney' is of Irish origin. It is an anglicized form of the Gaelic name 'Ó Maol Dhomhnaigh,' which means 'descendant of the servant of the Church.'
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Maloney' is most commonly found in Ireland and the United States, with significant populations in Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Maloney' include 'Moloney, Maloneye, Mullaney, Moloneye, Malone, Mulloy, Melloney, Malloney, Mullin.'
Migration and ImmigrationLike many Irish surnames, the name 'Maloney' can be found among Irish immigrants who settled in countries such as the United States and Canada during periods of Irish migration.