Show ContentsIlian History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

The Ilian name is an important part of the history of the ancient Anglo-Saxon tribes of Britain. Ilian is derived from the baptismal name Aylwin. The surname Ilian referred to the son of Aylwin.

Early Origins of the Ilian family

The surname Ilian was first found in Kent, where they held a family seat from very early times.

Early History of the Ilian family

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Ilian Spelling Variations

Before the last few hundred years, the English language had no fast system of spelling rules. For that reason, spelling variations are commonly found in early Anglo-Saxon surnames. Over the years, many variations of the name Ilian were recorded, including Illing, Iling, Illings, Illin, Illins, Illen and many more.

Early Notables of the Ilian family

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Migration of the Ilian family

To escape oppression and starvation at that time, many English families left for the "open frontiers" of the New World with all its perceived opportunities. In droves people migrated to the many British colonies, those in North America in particular, paying high rates for passages in cramped, unsafe ships. Although many of the settlers did not make the long passage alive, those who did see the shores of North America perceived great opportunities before them. Many of the families that came from England went on to make essential contributions to the emerging nations of Canada and the United States. Research into various historical records revealed some of first members of the Ilian family emigrate to North America: Charles Illins, who sailed to Philadelphia in 1837; Michael Illing to Philadelphia in 1860; and Thomas Illing to Philadelphia in 1866.



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