Definition: A variant of O'BOYLE, from the Irish Ó BAOGHILL. Of uncertain derivation, but considered by most to be connected to the Irish geall, meaning "pledge" or "vain pledge."
Surname Origin:
Irish
Alternate Surname Spellings:
BOYLES, O BOYLE, O BAOIGHILL, O BAOILL
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