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."
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The surname Tullis is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
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.
Ranking information for the surname Tullis is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Tullis in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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