Caughey

Caughey is a surname of Scottish and Irish origin. It is an Anglicized form of the Gaelic name Mac Eachaidh, meaning "son of Eachaidh." Eachaidh is an Old Irish personal name, likely meaning "horseman" or "horse lord."

The surname Caughey is found primarily in Scotland and Ireland, and also among the diaspora of these countries, particularly in North America and Australia. Variations in spelling include, but are not limited to, Caughie, McCaughey, McGeachy, and McKeag.

The name can be traced back to various clans and families, with connections to regions such as Argyll in Scotland. Genealogical research is often necessary to determine the specific lineage of an individual with the surname Caughey. The name is not especially common, making tracing family histories sometimes challenging.