PULLAN
Pullan
Pullan is a surname that has English origins. It is believed to be a variation of the surname "Pullen," which comes from the medieval given name "Poul," a variant of "Paul." The surname may have been used to denote someone who was the son of Poul or Paul.
History and Distribution
The surname Pullan has been recorded in various parts of England, with concentrations in the northern regions such as Yorkshire. It is a relatively uncommon surname but has retained a presence in Britain to this day.
Notable Bearers
- Fred Pullan: An English artist known for his landscape paintings.
- Louise Pullan: A British architect renowned for her innovative designs.
Variants
Variations of the Pullan surname include "Pullen" and "Poulan," among others. These variants reflect the evolution of the surname over time and its adaptation to different regional dialects and pronunciations.
Overall, the surname Pullan has a rich history in England and continues to be a part of the diverse tapestry of British surnames.
There are approximately 1,886 people named Pullan in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,418th most common surname in Britain. Around 29 in a million people in Britain are named Pullan.
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
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Richard
- Robert
- Stephen
- Steven
Female
- Ann
- Claire
- Dorothy
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Frances
- Jane
- Margaret
- Mary
- Michele
- Nicola
- Rachel
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.