Mullin
PatronymicMeaning
Descendant of Mullín, a diminutive of Maol (bald or tonsured).
Etymology
Derived from Irish Gaelic 'Ó Mullín,' from 'Mullín' (a diminutive of 'Maol'). The surname indicates descent from an ancestor with this personal name, possibly referring to a religious figure.
About the Mullin Surname
An Irish patronymic surname derived from a personal name meaning bald or tonsured. The name is common in Ireland and Irish-American populations.
Distribution
Found primarily in Ireland, particularly in Ulster and Connacht regions, and among Irish-American communities.
Notable Bearers
Unknown