hyll
Hyll is a noun that appears as an archaic or dialect spelling of hill in English. It derives from the Old English hyll, and shares a common Germanic root with other terms for elevated ground. In modern usage hyll survives mainly in poetry, historical texts, and in place names, where it preserves the older phonology and atmosphere of rural landscapes.
In toponymy, hyll is found as a component in English and Scottish place names, where it may
Hyll also appears as a surname in genealogical sources. As a surname, it can be locationally derived
The term remains primarily of historical interest and linguistic relevance for scholars studying English dialects and