Summary

The surname Gilliland is of Scottish origin. It is derived from the Gaelic name 'Mac Gille Fhaolain' which means 'son of the servant of St. Fillan'. The Gillilands were known to be a sept of Clan MacPherson. Throughout history, the Gilliland name spread to other parts of the world, particularly to the United States, Canada, and Australia.
There are
13351
Gillilands in the USA
Gilliland is the
2698th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Gilliland

JosephGilliland

Joseph Gilliland (1789-1853) was an Irish-born Canadian businessman and land speculator. He was one of the earliest settlers in the town of Peterborough, Ontario, and played a significant role in its development.

MauriceGilliam

Maurice Gilliam (1925-2016) was an American actor known for his roles in films such as 'The Graduate' and 'Harold and Maude.' He had a successful career in both film and television.

JoshuaGilliland

Joshua Gilliland is an American attorney and legal commentator, specializing in eDiscovery and technology in the legal profession. He is the creator of the Legal Geeks blog and podcast.

MaryGilliland

Mary Gilliland is an American poet and writer, known for her collections of poetry such as 'Love in the End: Seventy Sonnets' and 'The Ruined Walled Castle Garden: Selected New Poems.'

DavidGilliland

David Gilliland is a retired American professional stock car racing driver. He competed in the NASCAR Cup Series and is known for his time driving for various teams, including Yates Racing and Front Row Motorsports.

SandyGilliland

Sandy Gilliland is a Scottish football coach and former player. He played for various Scottish clubs during his career, including Rangers, Heart of Midlothian, and Dundee United.

EmilyGilliland

Emily Gilliland is an American film producer and director. She is known for her work on documentaries such as 'The Hand That Feeds' and 'She's Beautiful When She's Angry.'

JohnGilliland

John Gilliland (1935-1998) was an American radio personality and historian. He was the creator and host of the radio program 'The Pop Chronicles,' which documented the history of popular music.

DuncanGilliland

Duncan Gilliland is a former Scottish cricketer who played for Scotland and represented the team in the 1999 Cricket World Cup.

AmeliaGilliland

Amelia Gilliland is a British fashion model. She has appeared in numerous fashion shows and magazine editorials, working with acclaimed designers and photographers.

Gilliland Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Gilliland' is of Scottish origin. It is derived from the Gaelic name 'Mac Giolla Fhaoláin,' which means 'son of the servant of St. Fillan.' The name is associated with the Clan MacLaren.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Gilliland' is primarily found in Scotland and other English-speaking countries with Scottish heritage, including the United States, Canada, and Australia.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Gilliland' include 'MacGilliland,' 'Gillilland,' 'Gillilan,' and 'MacGililand.'
Migration and ImmigrationPeople with the surname 'Gilliland' have migrated and immigrated to various countries, including the United States, Canada, and Australia, as part of the Scottish diaspora.