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The meaning and history of the name Boyle.


BOYLE: From Irish Ó Baoighill meaning "descendant of Baoigheall". The meaning of the given name Baoigheall is uncertain, but it is thought to be connected to Irish geall meaning "pledge".

Usage: Irish
Variants: Ó BAOGHILL, O'BOYLE
Famous People: Robert Boylewiki (Chemist, 1627, Ireland), Susan Boylewiki (Singer, 1961, United Kingdom), Danny Boylewiki (Film Director, 1956, United Kingdom), Willard Boylewiki (Physicist, 1924, Canada), Lara Flynn Boylewiki (Actor, 1970, United States)