Guinness, an Irish surname of Norman origin, is derived from the French word 'guingand', meaning 'battle'. It was brought to Ireland by Norman settlers during the 12th century. The Guinness family became renowned for their brewing industry in Dublin, with Arthur Guinness establishing the St. James's Gate Brewery in 1759. Today, Guinness is globally recognized as one of the world's most iconic beer brands.
"The name Guinness experienced a slight increase in popularity from 2000 to 2009, with a noticeable jump between 2008 and 2009."