First name Clooney - Meaning, Origin and Rating
Origin
Irish
Nameday
Meaning
Clooney is a masculine name of Irish origin associated with intelligence and mental sharpness. It began as an Irish family name, believed to have developed from a nickname linked to an early clan leader known as “Cluana.” The surname has strong roots in and around County Clare in Ireland. Well-known bearers of the name include vocalist Rosemary Clooney and her nephew, actor and filmmaker George Clooney.
Famous people with the first name Clooney
- George Clooney (Actor)
- Amal Clooney (Writer)
- Rosemary Clooney (Singer)
- Nick Clooney (Writer)
- Betty Clooney (Singer)
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