GILLAND
Gilland
The surname Gilland is of Old Norse origin, derived from the personal name "Gilla", meaning "servant" or "attendant", and "land", denoting land, thus denoting a servant or attendant working the land. The name is of medieval Scottish origin, commonly found in the counties of Perthshire and Angus.
The earliest recorded spelling of the surname Gilland dates back to the early 14th century in Scotland. Variants of the name include Gelland, Giland, and Gellend. The surname is indicative of a familial association with a specific piece of land or estate, likely held by generations of the Gilland family.
Over the centuries, the Gilland surname has branched out into different spellings and variations, reflecting regional accents and dialects. Migration patterns have seen members of the Gilland family settle in various parts of the British Isles and beyond, contributing to its dispersion and diversity.
Today, individuals bearing the surname Gilland can be found across the United Kingdom and in countries where British descendants have settled. The name continues to be passed down through generations, preserving the familial and historical ties associated with the Gilland lineage.
There are approximately 106 people named Gilland in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Gilland.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Andrew
- Brian
- Colin
- Daniel
- Ian
- John
- Kevin
- Lee
- Nigel
- Stephen
- Thomas
Female
- Danica
- Elizabeth
- Fay
- Lavinia
- Mary
- Michelle
- Sarah
- Shirley
- Susan
- Tamsin
- Tracey
Similar and related surnames
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