Mullen - Last Names

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Mullen

/ˈmʌlən/

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Moderate

Meaning

Descendant of the miller or son of the mill worker

Represents heritage, lineage, and connection to ancestral trades, particularly those tied to sustenance and community labor.

Symbolism

Embodies industriousness, stability, and the foundational role of family and work in shaping identity.

Etymology: Derived from the Gaelic 'Ó Maoláin' meaning 'descendant of Maolán', a diminutive of 'maol' meaning 'bald' or 'tonsured one', often referring to a monk; also linked to the English occupational term 'miller' through the word 'mullen' as a variant of 'miller'.

Style & Origin

traditional

Cultural Background

Originating in Ireland and England, Mullen is a patronymic and occupational surname with deep roots

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