A Scottish and Irish surname meaning 'holly tree' or 'young animal.' Also refers to various places named Cullen, particularly in Scotland.
From Scottish Gaelic 'cuilionn' meaning holly tree, or from Old Irish 'cullenn' meaning young animal or whelp. The name has been associated with several Scottish clans and geographic locations since medieval times.
The Cullen surname gained modern pop culture fame through Stephenie Meyer's Twilight series, but historically it's been borne by notable figures like poet Countee Cullen of the Harlem Renaissance. The Scottish town of Cullen is famous for its delicious smoked haddock soup, Cullen skink.
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