About Gilleylen
The surname Gilleylen is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Gaelic name Mac Gille Fhaolain, meaning "son of the servant of St. Fillan." St. Fillan was a 7th-century Irish saint, and the name Gilleylen indicates a familial connection to someone who served or was associated with the saint. The surname is relatively rare and is primarily found in Scotland and its diaspora.
The surname Gilleylen is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Gilleylen 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 Gilleylen in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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