About Gellin
The surname Gellin is of German origin and is derived from the personal name "Gellen," which itself is a diminutive form of the given name "Gel." The name Gel is a short form of the name "Gerhard," meaning "spear strong" or "brave with a spear." Therefore, the surname Gellin can be interpreted to mean "son of Gel" or "descendant of Gel," indicating a familial connection to someone named Gel or Gerhard.
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The surname Gellin is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Gellin based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Gellin in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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