Mulville

Mulville is a surname of Irish origin that is also found in Britain. The name is derived from the Gaelic name "Ó Maoilmhaoil," meaning "descendant of the devotee of the devotee of the servant of Saint Míl." It is believed to be associated with County Mayo in Ireland.

The Mulville family history dates back to ancient Gaelic tribes in Ireland, where the name was first recorded. Over time, individuals with the surname Mulville migrated to Britain, especially during periods of Irish emigration in the 19th and 20th centuries.

Mulville is a relatively uncommon surname, often found in pockets of Irish communities across Britain. Individuals with the surname Mulville may have had varied occupations and professions throughout history, contributing to the diverse fabric of British society.

As with many surnames, the spelling and pronunciation of Mulville may have evolved over time due to factors such as migration, regional accents, and clerical errors. Today, individuals with the surname Mulville can be found in various parts of Britain, continuing to carry on the name's legacy.

There are approximately 132 people named Mulville in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Mulville.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Bernard
  • David
  • James
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Patrick
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Stephen

Female

  • Anne
  • Claire
  • Deborah
  • Karen
  • Kathleen
  • Laura
  • Margaret
  • Paula
  • Rebecca
  • Shelley

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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