Quillin

Patronymic

Meaning

A surname possibly derived from an Irish personal name or an English occupational term related to quills.

Etymology

The surname may be a variant of Quill with the diminutive suffix -in, or it could derive from the Irish Ó Coilín. The exact origin remains uncertain but appears to have either Irish or English roots.

About the Quillin Surname

An obscure surname of uncertain origin, possibly related to the Quill surname or Irish patronymic traditions. The name appears infrequently in historical records.

Distribution

Rare, found primarily in Ireland and English-speaking regions with limited modern distribution.

Notable Bearers

Unknown