Mullins

Meaning

Descendant of Mullín, a diminutive of Maol (bald or tonsured).

Etymology

Derived from Irish Gaelic 'Ó Mullín,' with the '-s' ending indicating a plural or possessive form in English. The surname denotes descent from an ancestor named Mullín.

About the Mullins Surname

A common Irish patronymic surname, particularly prevalent in Irish-American communities. The name has become widespread in the United States since the 19th century.

Distribution

Found throughout Ireland and very common in the United States, particularly in the South and Mid-Atlantic regions.

Notable Bearers

Priscilla Chan Mullins, Spike Lee (born Shelton Jackson Lee, known for film work)

People with the Mullins Surname