Illens History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe Illens family name is linked to the ancient Anglo-Saxon culture of Britain. Their name comes from the baptismal name Aylwin. The surname Illens referred to the son of Aylwin. Early Origins of the Illens familyThe surname Illens was first found in Kent, where they held a family seat from very early times. Early History of the Illens familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Illens research. Another 57 words (4 lines of text) covering the years 1273, 1502 and 1750 are included under the topic Early Illens History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Illens Spelling VariationsUntil the dictionary, an invention of only the last few hundred years, the English language lacked any comprehensive system of spelling rules. Consequently, spelling variations in names are frequently found in early Anglo-Saxon and later Anglo-Norman documents. One person's name was often spelled several different ways over a lifetime. The recorded variations of Illens include Illing, Iling, Illings, Illin, Illins, Illen and many more. Early Notables of the Illens familyMore information is included under the topic Early Illens Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Migration of the Illens familyThousands of English families boarded ships sailing to the New World in the hope of escaping the unrest found in England at this time. Although the search for opportunity and freedom from persecution abroad took the lives of many because of the cramped conditions and unsanitary nature of the vessels, the opportunity perceived in the growing colonies of North America beckoned. Many of the settlers who survived the journey went on to make important contributions to the transplanted cultures of their adopted countries. The Illens were among these contributors, for they have been located in early North American records: 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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