Hallion History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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England
Ireland
Scotland

Etymology of Hallion

What does the name Hallion mean?

While the majority of the bearers of Hallion in Ireland are of English or Scottish origins, there were indigenous Irish bearers of Hallion, who derived their name from the Gaelic "O hAilin."

Early Origins of the Hallion family

The surname Hallion was first found in Ulster (Irish: Ulaidh). Probably one of the best known early representatives of the family was John Allen (Alen) (1476-1534), Archbishop of Dublin whose early "Register" is still known as a very valuable source of medieval life in Ireland. He became Lord Chancellor but was assassinated by Lord Thomas FitzGerald's followers. At this time there was also another group located on the borders of Mayo and Roscommon.

Early History of the Hallion family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Hallion research. Another 80 words (6 lines of text) covering the years 1652, 1848 and 1867 are included under the topic Early Hallion History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Hallion Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: MacEllin, Hallion, Alen, MacAilin, MacEllen and many more.

Early Notables of the Hallion family

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Hallion migration to Australia +

Hallion Settlers in Australia in the 19th Century

Matthew Hallion, aged 19, a farm labourer, who arrived in South Australia in 1857 aboard the ship "Gilmore"
Michael Hallion, aged 15, a farm labourer, who arrived in South Australia in 1857 aboard the ship "Gilmore"
Patrick Hallion, aged 14, a farm labourer, who arrived in South Australia in 1857 aboard the ship "Gilmore"

The Hallion Motto +

The motto was originally a war cry or slogan. Mottoes first began to be shown with arms in the 14th and 15th centuries, but were not in general use until the 17th century. Thus the oldest coats of arms generally do not include a motto. Mottoes seldom form part of the grant of arms: Under most heraldic authorities, a motto is an optional component of the coat of arms, and can be added to or changed at will; many families have chosen not to display a motto.

Motto: Virtus auro praeferenda
Motto Translation: Virtue is to be preferred to gold.