GILLON
Gillon
Gillon is a Scottish and northern English surname of ancient origins. The name is of locational origin, derived from places named 'Gillon' or 'Gillon'. The root of the name comes from the Old Gaelic personal name "Gilla-Andreas" meaning "servant of St Andrew".
The surname Gillon is predominantly found in Scotland and northern England, particularly in regions with strong historical ties to Scotland. Variants of the name include Gillen, Gillan, and Gillion.
Individuals bearing the surname Gillon have made notable contributions in various fields, including academia, the arts, and public service. The name is also associated with several prominent families in Scottish history.
Today, the Gillon surname remains relatively uncommon but continues to exist within communities in Scotland and northern England. The heritage of the name serves as a link to the rich cultural tapestry of the British Isles.
There are approximately 1,858 people named Gillon in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,469th most common surname in Britain. Around 29 in a million people in Britain are named Gillon.
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Scotland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Anthony
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Kevin
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- William
Female
- Anne
- Catherine
- Deborah
- Elizabeth
- Julie
- Karen
- Margaret
- Mary
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
- Yvonne
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