Summary

The surname Stillman is of English origin and is derived from the Old English words stille, meaning 'quiet' or 'calm', and mann, meaning 'man'. It is believed to have originally been a nickname for a person who was calm or composed. The Stillman surname has a history dating back to medieval times, and it is associated with various notable individuals throughout history.
There are
5411
Stillmans in the USA
Stillman is the
6307th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Stillman

JamesStillman

American banker and businessman who served as the President of the National City Bank. He played a significant role in the expansion of the bank and the development of the American financial system.

SarahMoore

Born Sarah Moore, she married Theodore Dwight Weld, becoming Sarah Moore Weld. Later, she adopted the name Sarah Moore Grimké after her sister Angelina married Theodore's brother. The Grimké sisters were prominent 19th-century American abolitionists and advocates for women's rights.

IsaacStillman

An American tennis player who competed in the early 20th century. Hershey was the winner of multiple Grand Slam titles including the U.S. National Championships men's doubles and mixed doubles events.

WilliamJames

An American journalist, diplomat, and painter. He was known for his work as a war correspondent during the American Civil War and later became the U.S. Ambassador to Rome.

ReubenHyde

An American jurist and legal writer who served as the Chancellor of the New York Court of Chancery. Walworth was known for his contributions to the development of equity law in the United States.

Stillman Genealogy

OriginsThe surname Stillman has English origins.
Geographic DistributionThe surname Stillman is primarily found in the United States and United Kingdom.
VariationsVariations of the surname Stillman include Silman, Stilman, and Stilmon.
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration of individuals with the surname Stillman occurred during different periods, particularly during waves of European migration to the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.