UK surname
Anglicized form of the Irish surname "Ó Conghalaigh," meaning "descendant of Conghalach," derived from "conghal," meaning "valor" or "bravery."
In the 1881 census there were 174 people recorded with the Connally surname, ranking it #14,042 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 94, ranked #31,871, down from #14,042 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Kilbirnie, Whitby and Gateshead. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Connally is 214 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 46.0%.
1881 census count
174
Ranked #14,042
Modern count
94
2016, ranked #31,871
Peak year
1861
214 bearers
Map years
6
1851 to 1911
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Connally surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Connally surname density by area, 1881 census.
Timeline
Back to topThe table below tracks recorded surname counts and rank from the 19th-century census years through the modern adult-register period.
| Year | Period | Count | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1851 | historical | 134 | #14,033 |
| 1861 | historical | 214 | #11,365 |
| 1881 | historical | 174 | #14,042 |
| 1891 | historical | 195 | #15,211 |
| 1901 | historical | 116 | #20,933 |
| 1911 | historical | 160 | #17,151 |
| 1997 | modern | 96 | #27,490 |
| 1998 | modern | 92 | #28,680 |
| 1999 | modern | 94 | #28,593 |
| 2000 | modern | 93 | #28,701 |
| 2001 | modern | 92 | #28,528 |
| 2002 | modern | 90 | #29,314 |
| 2003 | modern | 97 | #28,217 |
| 2004 | modern | 99 | #28,136 |
| 2005 | modern | 93 | #29,133 |
| 2006 | modern | 98 | #28,621 |
| 2007 | modern | 91 | #30,061 |
| 2008 | modern | 86 | #31,114 |
| 2009 | modern | 96 | #30,239 |
| 2010 | modern | 92 | #31,366 |
| 2011 | modern | 89 | #31,659 |
| 2012 | modern | 88 | #32,064 |
| 2013 | modern | 95 | #31,523 |
| 2014 | modern | 94 | #31,909 |
| 2015 | modern | 92 | #32,075 |
| 2016 | modern | 94 | #31,871 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Kilbirnie, Whitby, Gateshead, Edinburgh and Manchester. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.
The modern local-area list points to No data. Treat these as concentration signals, not proof that every family line began there.
| Rank | Parish | Area |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kilbirnie | Ayr |
| 2 | Whitby | Yorkshire, North Riding |
| 3 | Gateshead | Durham |
| 4 | Edinburgh | Edinburgh |
| 5 | Manchester | Lancashire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Connally surname in historical and recent records.
Recent female names
Recent male names
Modern profile
Back to topModern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Connally, this points to the kinds of places where the surname is most concentrated today.
These neighbourhood labels describe areas, not individual people. They are useful because surnames often cluster through family history, migration, housing patterns and local work. A surname can be strongest in one type of neighbourhood even when people with that name live across the country.
The UK classification gives the national picture. The London classification is more specific to the capital, where housing, age profile, tenure and population mix can look quite different from the rest of the UK.
UK neighbourhood type
Supergroup
No data
Group
No data
Nationally, the Connally surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Connally household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.
London neighbourhood type
Supergroup
No data
Group
No data
Within London, Connally is most associated with areas classed as No data, part of No data. This gives the surname a London-specific profile rather than forcing the capital into the same pattern as the rest of the country.
Broadband speed
The modern neighbourhood pattern for Connally is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Connally, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Connally has its origins in Ireland, and it is believed to have emerged sometime around the 12th century. It is an anglicized version of the Gaelic surname "O'Connalláin," which means "descendant of Connallán." Connallán was a personal name derived from the Gaelic word "con," meaning "hound," and "all," meaning "mighty" or "powerful."
The Connally surname is primarily associated with County Longford in the Irish Midlands, where it was most prevalent. However, bearers of this name can also be found in other parts of Ireland, particularly in the neighboring counties of Westmeath and Cavan.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the Connally surname dates back to the 14th century, when it appeared in the Annals of the Four Masters, a chronicle of medieval Irish history. The annals reference an individual named Connallán Ó Connalláin, who was a notable figure in County Longford during that time.
In the 16th century, the Connally surname was anglicized from its original Gaelic form, leading to various spellings such as Connally, Connelly, and Connolly. This occurred as a result of the English administration's efforts to standardize Irish surnames.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the Connally surname:
1. John Connally (1917-1993), an American politician who served as the 39th Governor of Texas and was present during the assassination of President John F. Kennedy in 1963.
2. Sir Michael Connally (1539-1609), an English politician and courtier who served as the Lord Privy Seal under Queen Elizabeth I.
3. James Connally (1843-1928), an Irish-American labor leader and one of the founding members of the Industrial Workers of the World (IWW).
4. Evan Shelby Connally (1844-1917), an American lawyer and politician who served as the 14th Governor of New Mexico Territory.
5. John Connally (1923-2014), an American actor and film producer, best known for his roles in films such as "The Untouchables" and "The Godfather Part III."
The Connally surname has also been associated with various place names, particularly in Ireland. For example, the townland of Connally in County Longford is believed to have derived its name from the surname itself.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Connally surname. Use the location tables for concentration, then the name and occupation tables for the people behind the surname.
Total is the county count. Frequency and index adjust for local population size, so they are better concentration signals. Lancashire leads with 35 Connallys recorded in 1881 and an index of 1.79x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Lancashire | 35 | 1.79x |
| Lanarkshire | 30 | 5.63x |
| Ayrshire | 24 | 19.45x |
| Midlothian | 17 | 7.70x |
| Cheshire | 10 | 2.75x |
| Surrey | 10 | 1.24x |
| Angus | 8 | 5.24x |
| Kent | 7 | 1.24x |
| Stirlingshire | 7 | 11.51x |
| Yorkshire | 5 | 0.31x |
| Middlesex | 3 | 0.18x |
| Leicestershire | 2 | 1.09x |
| Renfrewshire | 2 | 1.57x |
| Royal Navy | 2 | 10.18x |
| Berkshire | 1 | 0.81x |
| Cambridgeshire | 1 | 0.96x |
| Denbighshire | 1 | 1.61x |
| Dunbartonshire | 1 | 2.26x |
| Fife | 1 | 1.02x |
| Somerset | 1 | 0.38x |
| Staffordshire | 1 | 0.18x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Kilbirnie in Ayrshire leads with 16 Connallys recorded in 1881 and an index of 540.54x.
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Connally surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
These are the male first names most often recorded with the Connally surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
Occupational titles are kept as recorded and later transcribed, so related jobs, spelling variants and mistakes stay separate. Scholar was the census term for a child in education. That means the other rows often tell you more about adult work in Connally households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Scholar | 15 |
| Farm Labourer | 3 |
| No Trade | 2 |
| Umbrella Coverer | 2 |
| Able Seaman | 1 |
| Agent Lod Housekr | 1 |
| Annuitant | 1 |
| Architect & Surveyor | 1 |
| Assistant To Architect | 1 |
| Asst Sick Birth Attendant | 1 |
| Blacksmith | 1 |
| Bricklayer | 1 |
| Cardriver | 1 |
| Charwoman Out Of Employ | 1 |
| Clerk | 1 |
| Coal Labourer | 1 |
| Cook Dom Serv | 1 |
| Cook Out Of Service | 1 |
| Cordwainer | 1 |
| Cotton Card Room Hand | 1 |
| Cotton Operative | 1 |
| Domestic Serv | 1 |
| Domestic Servant | 1 |
| Drapers Clerk | 1 |
| Genl Labourer | 1 |
| Grocers Assistant | 1 |
| Hawker | 1 |
| Labourer | 1 |
| Launderess | 1 |
| Laundress | 1 |
| Machinist | 1 |
| Mill Lab | 1 |
| No Occupation | 1 |
| Sempstress | 1 |
| Shoemaker | 1 |
| Shorthand Writer | 1 |
| Shunter (Oth Raily) | 1 |
| Supported By Relations | 1 |
| Teacher | 1 |
| Umbrella Maker | 1 |
| Weaver (FHT) | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 174 people were recorded with the Connally surname. That placed it at #14,042 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 94 in 2016. That gives Connally a modern rank of #31,871.
Anglicized form of the Irish surname "Ó Conghalaigh," meaning "descendant of Conghalach," derived from "conghal," meaning "valor" or "bravery."
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Connally bearers relative to the surrounding population.
The historical counts come from census surname records. The modern counts and neighbourhood summaries come from later surname distribution records. Counts are recorded bearers in those records, not a live estimate of everyone with the name today.