Illyn is a name that dates far back into the mists of early British history to the days of the Anglo-Saxon tribes. It is derived from the baptismal name Aylwin. The surname Illyn referred to the son of Aylwin.
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Early Origins of the Illyn family
The surname Illyn was first found in Kent, where they held a family seat from very early times.
Early History of the Illyn family
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Illyn research. Another 57 words (4 lines of text) covering the years 1273, 1502 and 1750 are included under the topic Early Illyn History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Illyn Spelling Variations
It is only in the last few hundred years that the English language has been standardized. For that reason, early Anglo-Saxon surnames like Illyn are characterized by many spelling variations. As the English language changed and incorporated elements of other European languages, even literate people changed the spelling of their names. The variations of the name Illyn include: Illing, Iling, Illings, Illin, Illins, Illen and many more.
Early Notables of the Illyn family
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Migration of the Illyn family
Many English families tired of political and religious strife left Britain for the new colonies in North America. Although the trip itself offered no relief - conditions on the ships were extremely cramped, and many travelers arrived diseased, starving, and destitute - these immigrants believed the opportunities that awaited them were worth the risks. Once in the colonies, many of the families did indeed prosper and, in turn, made significant contributions to the culture and economies of the growing colonies. An inquiry into the early roots of North American families has revealed a number of immigrants bearing the name Illyn or a variant listed above: Charles Illins, who sailed to Philadelphia in 1837; Michael Illing to Philadelphia in 1860; and Thomas Illing to Philadelphia in 1866.
