Tullis
Tullis Meaning & Origin
About Tullis
The surname Tullis is of Scottish origin and is derived from the personal name Tullius, which itself is of Roman origin. The name Tullius was originally a Roman family name, and it is believed that it was brought to Scotland by Roman soldiers or settlers. Over time, the name Tullius evolved into Tullis, and individuals with this surname are likely descendants of those who adopted the name. The meaning of the surname Tullis is not entirely clear, but it is thought to have originated from a Roman personal name associated with the Latin word "tullus," meaning "support" or "pillar."
Popularity
Surname Popularity by Ethnicity
The surname Tullis is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
- Number of People with the name Tullis: 4,304
- Overall Popularity: Less than 0.01% (a rare surname)
- Ranking: 7714
- Frequency per 100k people: 1.46
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Tullis based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Pronunciation
Accessibility & Communication
How to write the name Tullis in Braille
Here's how to represent Tullis in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
How to sign the name Tullis using Sign Language
The image below shows how you can spell Tullis using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.
