Meaning, origin, history
Hylan is a unique and distinctive given name of Irish origin. It is derived from the ancient Irish surname "O' Huilín", which is believed to have been borne by a sept of the Uí Fiachrach clan, located in what is now County Sligo. The name O' Huilín translates to "descendant of Huilín", with "Huilín" being an old Irish personal name thought to mean "holly" or "proud".
Throughout history, the name Hylan has been relatively rare, but it has appeared in various records and literature. One notable figure was Hylan McLaughlin, a prominent Scottish-American politician who served as the mayor of St. Louis, Missouri from 1901 to 1903.
Today, Hylan is still an uncommon given name, but it continues to be chosen by some parents looking for a unique and meaningful moniker for their children. As a unisex name, Hylan has been used for both boys and girls in recent years, though it remains more commonly associated with males.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Hylan since 1880
Total births
61
Total since 1880
Peak year
2016
7 births
in 2022
6
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
-45%
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vs previous 5 years