Crellin is a surname of Manx origin. It is a variant of Crennall, which is an Anglicized version of the Gaelic patronym Mac Raghnaill (son of Raghnall). Raghnall derives from the Old Norse name Rogvaldr (ruler of the gods).[1] Notable people with the surname include:
- Benjamin Crellin, New Zealand comedian, actor and writer
- Bertie Crellin (1902–1993), Australian rules footballer
- Billy Crellin (born 2000), British footballer
- David Crellin (born 1961), British actor
- Jeffrey Crellin, Australian oboist
- John Crellin (1899–1981), Manx politician
- Lewis Crellin (1901–1990), Manx scholar
- Max Crellin (1933–2020), Australian politician
- Rachel Crellin, Manx archaeologist
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References
- ^ Hanks, Patrick (2003-05-08). Dictionary of American Family Names: 3-Volume Set. Oxford University Press, USA. p. 381. ISBN 978-0-19-508137-4.