Coffey (surname)

Coffey is a surname of Irish origin. It is an Anglicized form of the Gaelic name Ó Cobhthaigh, meaning "descendant of Cobhthach." Cobhthach itself is a personal name, possibly meaning "victorious" or "helpful."

The Coffey surname is primarily associated with County Cork in Ireland, but is also found in other regions, including County Clare, County Tipperary, and County Limerick. The Coffey sept (clan) was historically part of the Dál gCais confederation.

Due to Irish emigration, particularly during the Great Famine, the Coffey surname is now found worldwide, especially in the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom.

Variations of the name include Coffee, Coffy, and Cowhey.

Notable people with the surname Coffey include:

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