What does the surname HYLAN mean?

The surname HYLAN means "Descendant of Haoileán, an Irish personal name.". It is of Irish origin.

How common is the HYLAN surname?

There are approximately 8,000 people with the surname HYLAN in the United States.

Are there HYLAN soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 5 soldiers with the HYLAN surname appear in Civil War records.

HYLAN

Patronymic

Meaning

Descendant of Haoileán, an Irish personal name.

Etymology

Derived from the Irish 'Ó hAoileáin' meaning descendant of Haoileán. The surname underwent anglicization from its original Irish form during English colonial rule.

About the HYLAN Surname

This surname represents an anglicized form of an Irish patronymic. It became more common in America through Irish immigration in the 19th and 20th centuries.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 8,000 bearers in the United States #1,263 most common surname

Rare Common

Found in Ireland and among Irish immigrant populations in North America and other countries.

HYLAN Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the HYLAN Surname

John F. Hylan

MAYOR

Quick Facts

Origin: Irish
Classification: Patronymic
Earliest Record: Medieval Ireland
Estimated Bearers: 8,000

War Records

5 soldiers with the HYLAN surname found in Civil War records.

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