There are
462
Nilans in the USA
Nilan is the
46138th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Nilan

JohnNilan

John Nilan was an American hockey player, known for his time playing in the NHL for the Montreal Canadiens and Boston Bruins.

RyanNilan

Ryan Nilan is an American professional boxer, known for his success in the welterweight division and for being a cast member on the reality TV show 'The Ultimate Fighter.'

EddieNilan

Eddie Nilan is an American musician and songwriter, best known as the guitarist for the punk rock band Zero Boys.

MikeNilan

Mike Nilan is an American businessman and entrepreneur, co-founder of the environmental technology company TreeZero and the sustainable paper brand Tree-Free Greetings.

GregNilan

Greg Nilan is a Canadian filmmaker and producer, known for his work on documentaries and independent films.

SarahNilan

Sarah Nilan is an American actress, known for her roles in television shows and movies such as 'Friday Night Lights' and 'The House Bunny.'

FrankNilan

Frank Nilan was an Irish politician, who served as a member of the Irish Parliament and held various ministerial positions in the Irish government.

TomNilan

Tom Nilan is an American journalist and author, known for his reporting on international affairs and his books on political history.

MollyNilan

Molly Nilan is an American social justice advocate and co-founder of the organization Respect Her.

KarenNilan

Karen Nilan is an Australian artist and illustrator, known for her vibrant and whimsical artwork.

Nilan Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Nilan' is of Irish origin. It is derived from the Irish Gaelic name 'Ó Nialláin,' meaning 'descendant of Niallán,' which itself is a diminutive form of the given name Niall, meaning 'champion' or 'cloud.'
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Nilan' is primarily found in Ireland, particularly in counties such as Cork and Kerry. It may also be found among Irish diaspora communities in other countries.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Nilan' include 'Nylan' and 'Nallen.'
Migration and ImmigrationAs with many Irish surnames, individuals with the surname 'Nilan' may have migrated or immigrated to various countries, particularly during periods of Irish emigration such as the Great Famine in the 19th century.