NEILAN
Neilan
Neilan is a British surname of Irish origin, primarily found in the western regions of Ireland. The name is derived from the Gaelic surname "Ó Nialláin", which means "descendant of Niallán", with Niallán being a diminutive form of the male given name "Niall", meaning "champion" or "cloud".
The Neilan surname is predominantly associated with County Mayo in the Connacht province of Ireland, where families bearing this surname have resided for centuries. Over time, some bearers of the Neilan surname have migrated to other regions, including Britain, where the name has continued to be present, though in smaller numbers.
The Neilan surname has various spellings and forms, such as Neiland, Neilson, and Nealon, reflecting the variations that can occur in the anglicisation of Irish surnames. Despite its relatively small prevalence, the Neilan surname holds a strong link to Irish heritage and culture, with many who bear the name taking pride in their ancestry and history.
In modern times, individuals with the surname Neilan can be found across various professions and walks of life, contributing to the diverse tapestry of British society. The name continues to serve as a reminder of the enduring connections between Britain and Ireland, as well as the rich heritage and traditions that form an integral part of the Neilan family history.
There are approximately 281 people named Neilan in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Neilan.
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
- Anthony
- Christopher
- Daniel
- David
- John
- Jonathan
- Michael
- Peter
- Stephen
- Steven
- Ted
- Thomas
Female
- Elspeth
- Fiona
- Janice
- Linda
- Lucy
- Mary
- Pamela
- Pauline
- Rebecca
- Rosemary
- Susan
- Tanya
Similar and related surnames
- Kneeland
- Nielan
- Nelian
- Neila
- Nailan
- Nalan
- Nallan
- Naylan
- Nealan
- Neelan
- Neiland
- Neilands
- Neilans
- Neilas
- Neillands
- Neillans
- Nela
- Nelan
- Neland
- Nellan
- Nellaney
- Nellany
- Neylan
- Niela
- Nieland
- Nielands
- Naila
- Nailand
- Nealand
- Neela
- Neeland
- Neelands
- Neilen
- Neilne
- Neilon
- Nelas
- Nella
- Nelleny
- Newlan
- Neyland
- Nealon
- Neylon
- Nolan
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.