MULHALL
Mulhall
Background:
Mulhall is a surname of Irish origin, primarily found in Ireland but also present in Britain. The name Mulhall is derived from the Gaelic name "Ó Maolchallann", meaning "descendant of Maolchallann", a personal name composed of the elements "maol" meaning "bald" or "tonsured", and "callann" meaning "challenger".
Distribution:
The Mulhall surname is relatively uncommon, with most bearers residing in Ireland, particularly in regions such as Dublin and County Wicklow. However, there are also individuals with the Mulhall surname in the United Kingdom, including Scotland and England.
Notable Bearers:
- Robert Mulhall: A prominent figure in Irish literature known for his contributions to contemporary poetry.
- Eileen Mulhall: A British historian specialising in Celtic studies, with a focus on ancient Irish culture and mythology.
Variants:
Variants of the Mulhall surname include Mulhallen, Mulholland, and O'Mulholland. These variations reflect the evolution of the name over time and migration patterns of families bearing the surname.
As with many surnames, the history and significance of Mulhall are rich and varied, reflecting the cultural tapestry of Ireland and its diaspora in Britain.
There are approximately 1,252 people named Mulhall in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,199th most common surname in Britain. Around 19 in a million people in Britain are named Mulhall.
Surname type: Location or geographical feature
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
- Anthony
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Michael
- Patrick
- Peter
- Stephen
- Thomas
Female
- Ann
- Anne
- Carol
- Catherine
- Clare
- Elizabeth
- Fiona
- Jane
- Jennifer
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Mary
- Rachel
- Sarah
- Susan