There are
4151
Killens in the USA
Killen is the
7968th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Killen

WilliamKillen

Presbyterian minister and historian who wrote extensively on the history of Ireland and the Scottish Reformation.

EdwardKillen

American naval officer who served during the Spanish-American War and World War I.

MargaretKillen

Irish nationalist and suffragette who played a key role in the women's rights movement in early 20th century Ireland.

JohnKillen

Australian archaeologist known for his research on Indigenous Australian culture and rock art.

WalterKillen

Northern Irish politician and barrister who served as a Member of Parliament and Minister of Home Affairs.

Killen Genealogy

OriginsOriginating from Ireland and Scotland.
Geographic DistributionCommonly found in English-speaking countries, particularly in Ireland, Scotland, and the United States.
VariationsVariations of the surname include Killeen, Killian, and Kellen.
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration of the Killen family occurred during different periods. Many migrated during the Irish Potato Famine in the mid-19th century, settling in countries like the United States, Canada, and Australia. Some Killen individuals also immigrated to other parts of the United Kingdom and various English-speaking nations for economic opportunities and to escape political unrest.