There are
5611
Kavanaughs in the USA
Kavanaugh is the
6109th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Kavanaugh

BrettKavanaugh

Brett Kavanaugh is an American judge and Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States. He was nominated by President Donald Trump in 2018 and became known for his confirmation hearings, where he faced allegations of sexual assault.

PatrickJ.

Patrick J. Kavanaugh was an American politician who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives. He represented the 3rd Congressional District of Wisconsin from 1997 to 2011.

ChristopherKavanaugh

Christopher Kavanaugh is an American artist known for his contemporary abstract paintings. His works have been exhibited in various galleries and museums around the world.

KatherineKavanaugh

Katherine Kavanaugh was a British suffragette and women's rights activist. She played a significant role in the women's suffrage movement in the early 20th century.

DavidKavanaugh

David Kavanaugh is a Canadian author and poet. He has written several critically acclaimed novels and poetry collections, exploring themes of identity, love, and loss.

Kavanaugh Genealogy

OriginsThe surname Kavanaugh is of Irish origin.
Geographic DistributionThe surname is commonly found in Ireland and among Irish diaspora communities.
VariationsVariations of the surname include Cavanaugh and Kavanagh.
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration of people with the surname Kavanaugh have occurred throughout history, particularly during periods of Irish emigration. Many Kavanaugh families migrated to North America, specifically the United States and Canada, during the 19th and early 20th centuries due to factors such as the Great Famine in Ireland and economic opportunities in the New World.