Quigley
[ˈkwɪɡli]Meaning
a personal name of Irish origin meaning 'descendant of Ceallach', or 'pleasant' or 'looked after'.
Background Story
The name Quigley comes from Gaelic origins and is often used as a surname. It has been popularized in various literary and cinematic works, most notably in the character Quigley Down Under, portrayed by Tom Selleck, a sharpshooter who travels to Australia.
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