With a history that resonates to the harp strings of thrilling Celtic myth and legend and the clash of battle, the Donnellys of today are claimants to a truly ancient Irish heritage.
It is a heritage that involves both great fortune and ultimate misfortune, but one that has been perpetuated by the thousands of bearers of the name scattered across the world today.
The stirring and poignant tale of the Donnellys is recounted here.
NAME VARIATIONS INCLUDE: Domhnaill (Gaelic), Ó Donnaghaile (Gaelic), Donelly, Donneely, O’ Donnell, O’ Donnelly.
