Descendant of Angus; one choice
A modern variant of the Irish surname Hennessy, which is an anglicized form of Ó hAonghusa. It signifies a descendant of Aonghus, a name composed of elements meaning 'one' and 'choice'. While traditionally a surname, it has transitioned into a rare given name in the United States.
Less common today
Henessy isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,498 in 2005.
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US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
