finneille

Finneille is a surname of Irish origin. It is believed to be an anglicized form of the Gaelic surname Ó Finnealla, which translates to "descendant of Fionnghall." The personal name Fionnghall itself is composed of two elements: "fionn" meaning "fair" or "white" and "gall" meaning "stranger" or "foreigner." Therefore, Fionnghall can be interpreted as "fair stranger" or "white foreigner."

The surname Finneille is most commonly found in Ireland, particularly in the province of Ulster. Like many Irish surnames, it has a history tied to specific clans and geographical regions. Over time, families bearing this surname have dispersed both within Ireland and to other parts of the world, notably to countries with significant Irish diaspora such as the United States, Canada, and Australia.

Variations in spelling may exist due to historical transcription practices and regional dialectal differences. While the exact historical prominence of the Finneille surname can be difficult to trace without extensive genealogical research, it represents one of the many ancestral lines contributing to the rich tapestry of Irish heritage. Individuals with the Finneille surname today are part of this ongoing legacy.