McAwley

McAwley is a surname of Irish origin. It is an anglicized form of the Gaelic name Mac Amhalghaidh, meaning "son of Amhalghaidh." The personal name Amhalghaidh itself is of uncertain etymology, but it is thought to possibly derive from an ancient Celtic word meaning "wolf." The clan associated with this name was historically prominent in the province of Munster in southern Ireland. The distribution of the surname McAwley is now found throughout Ireland and in countries with significant Irish diaspora, such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom. There are variations in spelling, including McAuley, McCawley, and MacAuley, which can sometimes make tracing ancestral lines more complex. Notable individuals with the surname McAwley exist in various fields, including sports, arts, and academia, contributing to its presence in modern society.