A last name of Gaelic origin; having, despite common misconception, nothing to do with beans or brewed beverages, though often explained to strangers as being "like the drink, only spelled different."
Telemarketer: "Good evening; may I speak with a Mr.....um, koh-FAY?"
Mr. Coffey: "It's pronounced Coffey; like the drink, only spelled different."
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