Hyland is an English surname of Norman origin, derived from the Old French word 'huile', meaning 'hilly'. It was originally a nickname given to someone who lived on higher ground or had a hill-like appearance. Over time, Hyland has evolved as a given name for boys and girls, particularly in English-speaking countries like the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom.
The name Hyland has seen fluctuations in popularity over the years, with notable peaks in recent times such as a significant increase to 9 births in 2018 and 8 births in 2019. However, it appears that the popularity of this name has stabilized around an average of about 5-7 births per year, totaling 44 births over this period from 2002 to 2023.