KILCULLEN
Kilcullen
Kilcullen is a surname of Irish origin, commonly found among families in the United Kingdom. The name likely originates from the Gaelic "Ó Cill Chuillinn," meaning "descendant of Cuillean's church."
The Kilcullen surname has a rich history, with documented records of the name being used as early as the 17th century in Ireland. Over time, families bearing the Kilcullen surname have spread to different parts of the United Kingdom, particularly in regions with strong Irish heritage, such as Northern Ireland and Scotland.
Members of the Kilcullen family have been associated with various professions and endeavours, ranging from agriculture and trade to military and politics. Some notable individuals with the Kilcullen surname have made significant contributions to their respective fields, further adding to the legacy and diversity of the name.
Today, the Kilcullen surname continues to be passed down through generations, representing a lineage that embodies resilience, tradition, and a connection to Irish heritage within the United Kingdom.
There are approximately 268 people named Kilcullen in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Kilcullen.
Surname type: From name of parent
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
- Bernard
- Brian
- Daniel
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Matthew
- Michael
- Stephen
- Vincent
Female
- Catherine
- Christine
- Ellen
- Gillian
- Jean
- Josephine
- Julia
- Kathleen
- Kylie
- Lesley
- Margaret
- Mary
- Sarah
- Trudy
Similar and related surnames
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