HALPIN
Halpin
Halpin is a surname of Irish origin, predominantly found in Ireland and the United Kingdom. The name is an Anglicised form of the original Gaelic surname O'hAilpin, derived from the Old Irish name "Oilpean".
The Halpin surname is most commonly associated with County Cork in Ireland, where the family held a seat as a powerful force in the region. The name Halpin is believed to be of patronymic origin, indicating descent from a male ancestor or founder of the family.
Throughout history, individuals bearing the surname Halpin have made significant contributions to various fields, including politics, literature, and the arts. The Halpin family name has spread beyond its original homeland in Ireland to other parts of the United Kingdom due to migration and emigration patterns.
Today, the surname Halpin continues to be present in both Ireland and the UK, with individuals proudly bearing the name and upholding its heritage and legacy.
There are approximately 3,014 people named Halpin in the UK. That makes it roughly the 2,978th most common surname in Britain. Around 46 in a million people in Britain are named Halpin.
Surname type: Diminutive
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Michael
- Patrick
- Paul
- Peter
- Thomas
Female
- Ann
- Christine
- Elizabeth
- Julie
- Laura
- Linda
- Lisa
- Lorraine
- Margaret
- Mary
- Sarah
- Sharon