Summary

The surname QUINLAN is of Irish origin and is derived from the Gaelic name Ó Caoinlean, meaning 'descendant of Caoinlean'. It is believed to have originated in County Offaly in Ireland. The Quinlan name has a rich history and is often associated with the ancient Irish kings and nobility.
There are
10302
Quinlans in the USA
Quinlan is the
3469th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Quinlan

MáirtínÓ

Prominent Irish Republican during the early 20th century, known for his involvement in the Irish War of Independence.

JohnQuinlan

English nobleman and military leader during the 14th century, known for his role in the Hundred Years' War.

EllenQuinlan

Renowned American suffragette and women's rights advocate in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

PatrickQuinlan

Irish-born American physician and medical researcher who made significant contributions to the field of immunology.

MargaretQuinlan

Australian feminist and social reformer, known for her activism in the early 20th century.

Quinlan Genealogy

OriginsThe surname Quinlan has Irish origins.
Geographic DistributionThe Quinlan surname is predominantly found in Ireland, but it can also be found among Irish diaspora communities.
VariationsVariations of the surname Quinlan include O'Quinlan, Quin, Kinsella, O'Quinn, and Ó Caoindealbháin.
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration of individuals with the surname Quinlan occurred primarily during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly due to economic factors and the Great Famine in Ireland. Many Quinlans settled in countries such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom.