Collis (surname)

Collis is a surname with multiple possible origins.

Origin and Meaning:

• English: Collis can be a topographic surname, derived from the Old English word "coll," meaning "hill" or "ridge," and therefore used to denote someone who lived on or near a hill. It can also be locational, derived from a place name containing this element.
• Irish: In some cases, Collis is an Anglicized form of the Gaelic surname Ó Coileáin. Ó Coileáin is derived from the personal name Coileán, meaning "cub" or "whelp," and indicates descent from a person with that name. The Anglicized forms can also include Cullen and Collins.
• Welsh: It has been suggested that in some instances, Collis could be an altered form of a Welsh surname, though this is less common.

Distribution:

The surname Collis is found in various parts of the English-speaking world, including England, Ireland, the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. Its distribution reflects patterns of migration and settlement from the British Isles.

Notable People with the Surname:

• Individuals with the surname Collis who have achieved recognition in fields such as science, arts, sports, and business can be found through genealogical research and biographical sources. Examples can be easily researched online, but are not provided directly here.

Variations:

Related surnames or variants may include Collins, Cullen, Colles, and Collie, depending on the origin and historical evolution of the name.