glinn

Glinn is a surname of Gaelic origin, often treated as a variant of Glenn or Glen. It is also linked to the Gaelic Gleann, meaning valley, which helps explain its geographic and linguistic roots.

The spelling Glinn may reflect regional pronunciation or historical clerical variation in English-language records. The name appears in Ireland and among Irish diaspora communities, particularly in North America and parts of the United Kingdom, where Irish surnames are commonly found.

As with many surnames derived from Gaelic place-names or descriptors, Glinn has multiple family lineages and local associations. Genealogical research is typically required to determine the specific origin or regional connection of a given family bearing the name.

In modern usage, the surname Glinn appears in public records across various countries and professions, including business, academia, and the arts. It is generally treated as a family name rather than a given name or toponym.

See also: Glenn, Glen, Gleann.