HILLEN
Hillen
Hillen is a surname of English origin, derived from the Old English word "hyll," meaning hill. It is a toponymic surname, indicating that the original bearers of the name may have lived near or on a hill. The name Hillen is mainly found in the United Kingdom, particularly in regions with hilly terrain.
The Hillen surname has been recorded in historical documents dating back to the medieval period, and variations of the name, such as Hillan, Hillin, and Hillon, can be found in old records. Over time, the surname Hillen has spread to other English-speaking countries, including the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Hillen include Benjamin Hillen, a renowned British painter of the 19th century, and Emily Hillen, a respected author of children's literature.
The Hillen surname represents a connection to the English landscape and a sense of heritage tied to the land. It is a symbol of the enduring presence of hills in the British countryside and the people who have dwelled among them for generations.
There are approximately 435 people named Hillen in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Hillen.
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Ireland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Brian
- Craig
- Daniel
- David
- James
- John
- Kenneth
- Mark
- Michael
- Patrick
- Paul
- Philip
- Reggie
- Stephen
Female
- Anna
- Bernadette
- Carolyn
- Emma
- Fiona
- Karen
- Louise
- Margaret
- Mary
- Michelle
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Suzanne
- Valerie
Similar and related surnames
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