Kinsella Name Meaning & Origin
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The surname Kinsella is of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic 'Cinn Shéile' meaning 'head of the shelter' or 'chief of the hall'. It is an anglicized form of a Gaelic clan name, historically associated with families from County Clare and County Limerick in Ireland. The name has been carried through generations and is used as a surname primarily, but can also be adapted as a first name in some cases.
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Irish (Celtic/Irish) 85% -
British (Anglo-Irish) 10% -
American (Anglo-American) 5%
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Name Details
- Last Name: Kinsella
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Unisex
Famous People Named Kinsella
Notable individuals with the surname Kinsella include Sean Kinsella, an Irish footballer; William Kinsella, a Canadian author known for his novel 'Shoeless Joe'; and Kevin Kinsella, an American politician.
Kinsella Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 11
People with this name tend to be: Intuitive, spiritual and illuminating (Master Number).