NEW PAPERBACK — PUBLISHED 2026
KELLY SURNAME
Origins, History and People
Discover the story of one of Ireland’s best-known surnames—from the Ó Ceallaigh dynasties and the ancient kingdom of Uí Maine to the spread of Kelly families throughout the world.
This richly illustrated history also introduces many of the remarkable men and women who helped make the Kelly name famous.
By Arthur J. Kavanagh
An ideal book for Kelly descendants, family historians and everyone interested in Irish history.
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Kavanagh – A Completely Revised History
castles, genealogy and the people who shaped Irish history.
Available now in Hardback from Amazon.
Discover the remarkable story of the Kavanagh dynasty, from the Kings of Leinster to the present day. Drawing on years of research, Arthur Kavanagh traces the family’s history through battles, Kavanagh – A Revised History
Discover the History Behind Ireland’s Great Families
For many people, a surname is more than a name.
It is a doorway into centuries of story, migration, conflict, survival and achievement.
My books are written to open that door.
Drawing on years of research in estate papers, archives, family records and local history, I have produced a growing collection of detailed studies on Ireland’s landed gentry, aristocracy and notable families. These works are designed for readers who want accuracy, depth and sources — not folklore or guesswork.
Whether you are researching your own ancestry, studying local history, or searching for a meaningful gift, these volumes provide reliable and accessible history based on real evidence.
Authoritative Histories of Ireland’s Families, Estates & People
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Researched, written and published by a specialist in Irish landed history.
Trusted by readers, researchers and descendants worldwide.
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