Farrelly

Farrelly is a surname of Irish origin. It is an anglicized form of the Gaelic surname Ó Fearghaile, meaning "descendant of Fearghal." Fearghal is a personal name meaning "valiant man" or "man of courage."

The name Farrelly is most commonly found in Ireland, particularly in County Cavan and County Longford. It has also spread to other parts of the world, especially to countries with significant Irish diaspora populations, such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom.

Notable people with the surname Farrelly include:

• Peter Farrelly and Bobby Farrelly: American film directors, producers, and screenwriters, known collectively as the Farrelly brothers, who have directed films such as Dumb and Dumber, There's Something About Mary, and Shallow Hal.