Hylands

Hylands is a British surname of English origin. The surname is locational, derived from the Old English words "hyll," meaning hill, and "land," meaning land or territory. Therefore, the surname Hylands likely originally denoted someone who lived by or on a hill.

Origin and Distribution

The surname Hylands is most commonly found in the southern and eastern regions of England, particularly in counties such as Essex, Kent, and Suffolk. The name's prevalence in these areas suggests that early bearers of the surname likely hailed from these regions.

Notable Individuals

While not a widely recognized surname, there have been several notable individuals bearing the Hylands surname throughout British history. However, detailed records of these individuals may be challenging to find due to the relative obscurity of the name.

Modern-day Presence

In contemporary times, the surname Hylands may be found across the United Kingdom and in other English-speaking countries where families with British heritage have settled.

There are approximately 621 people named Hylands in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around ten in a million people in Britain are named Hylands.

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

  • Darren
  • David
  • Ian
  • James
  • John
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Peter
  • Robert
  • Steven
  • William

Female

  • Beverley
  • Elizabeth
  • Helen
  • Isobel
  • Jacqueline
  • Jane
  • Jillian
  • Lorna
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Nicola
  • Olivia
  • Susan
  • Wendy

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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