This page needs Javascript enabled in order to work properly. Click here for instructions on how to enable it in your browser.
Surname Header Image
Get access to Matiland family records.Start a 14-Day Free Trial

Matiland Family History

Matiland Surname Meaning

Historically, surnames evolved as a way to sort people into groups - by occupation, place of origin, clan affiliation, patronage, parentage, adoption, and even physical characteristics (like red hair). Many of the modern surnames in the dictionary can be traced back to Britain and Ireland.


Similar surnames: Mailand, Maitland, Marland, Markland, Mayland, Marsland, Madland

Search for a relative to learn more about your family history.

Hint: Try searching for a relative alive in 1940.

Where is the Matiland family from?

You can see how Matiland families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Matiland family name was found in Canada, and Scotland between 1851 and 1911. The most Matiland families were found in Canada in 1911. In 1851 there were 3 Matiland families living in Renfrewshire. This was 100% of all the recorded Matiland's in Scotland. Renfrewshire had the highest population of Matiland families in 1851.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Matiland surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
Mapbox
© Mapbox © OpenStreetMap Improve this map

What Matiland family records will you find?

Census Records

There are 92 census records available for the last name Matiland. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Matiland census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

Search UK census records for Matiland

Passenger Lists

There are 35 immigration records available for the last name Matiland. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in the UK, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

View all Matiland immigration records

Draft Cards

There are 3 military records available for the last name Matiland. For the veterans among your Matiland ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

View all Matiland military records

You've only scratched the surface of Matiland family history

Discover More

What is the average Matiland lifespan?

Average Matiland life expectancy in 1987 was 81 years. This was higher than the general public life expectancy which was 73.

View Social Security Death Index (SSDI) for Matiland

An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Matiland ancestors lived in harsh conditions. A short lifespan might also indicate health problems that were once prevalent in your family. The SSDI is a searchable database of more than 70 million names. You can find birthdates, death dates, addresses and more.

Discover the unique achievements of ancestors in the Matiland family tree

Explore Your Tree
Search for another surname
Enter last name/surname
Start a 14-Day Free Trial