Skip Ancestry navigation Skip to Footer Ancestry Home
  • Home
  • Trees
  • Search
  • Memories
  • DNA
  • Subscribe
  • Cart
  • Sign In
Home
Loading

Trees you own

    Shared with you

      Tree tools

      • My Trees
      • First Name Meanings
      • Last Name Meanings
      • Individual Records Search
      • Family Trees Support
      • Start a New Tree
      • Upload a GEDCOM
      Loading
      • Search All Records
      • Census & Electoral Rolls
      • Birth, Marriage & Death, including Parish
      • Military
      • Wills & Probate
      • Immigration & Travel
      • Schools, Directories & Church Histories
      • Public Member Trees
      • Card Catalogue
      • Member Search
      Memories
      Loading
      • Register a kit
      • AncestryDNA® Learning Hub
      • Traits Learning Hub
      • AncestryDNA®
      • AncestryDNA® Support
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Discover More Family Names with an Ancestry 14-day Free Trial* 
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Blog
      • About Us
      • Site Map
      • Gift Memberships
      • Careers
        • Ancestry Corporate
        • Fold3.com
        • ForcesWarRecords.com
        • Geneanet.org
        • Newspapers.com
        • ProGenealogists.com
        • RootsWeb.com
      • © 2002-2026 Ancestry
      • Privacy
      • Cookies
      • Terms and Conditions
      • Operated by Ancestry Ireland Unlimited Company
      Group of people

      Meaning of the first name Aitland

      Origin

      German

      Meaning

      Land of Fire, Brilliant

      Variations

      Maitland, Gatland, Thailand
      The name Aitland traces its origins back to the German language, where it is believed to derive from two distinct elements. The first element, ait, refers to land or territory, while the second element, land, signifies fire or brilliant. Therefore, the name Aitland can be interpreted as Land of Fire or Brilliant Land.

      In history, the name Aitland can be found scattered across various records and documents, although it is not as prevalent as some other names. It is often associated with Germanic heritage, hinting at the name's German origins. Throughout the years, individuals bearing the name Aitland have been recorded in diverse professions and avenues, ranging from scholars and artists to laborers and merchants. However, due to its relatively unique nature, the prevalence of the name has remained modest.

      In modern-day usage, the name Aitland continues to be a rarity, though it occasionally surfaces in certain parts of the world. It is more commonly encountered in regions with predominantly Germanic influences, where descendants may have preserved the name as a way to maintain their cultural heritage. Despite its limited usage, the name Aitland resonates with an air of distinction and uniqueness, reflecting the significant historical and linguistic background behind its origin.

      Based on our records...

      Neilson

      Neilson

      This is the most common surname associated with Aitland.
      Ann

      Ann

      This is the most common name of those married to a Aitland.
      Edward

      Edward

      This is the most common name for a child of a Aitland.

      What are you curious about?

      Ready to learn more about your own family? Here are two ways to begin.
      Start a free trial
      Order AncestryDNA

      Explore the origins of another name.