Halpin Surname Guide

The Halpin last name has Irish roots. The usual explanation, from Elsdon Smith, is “grandson of Ailpin (little stout person); a money changer”.

Researching the origin

Surname statistics

5,865 Americans were listed as Halpin in the 2010 census.

Heraldry and the Halpin name

Heraldry follows families, not surnames. A Halpin coat of arms, where one exists, belonged to a specific line.

For the full story, order the Halpin surname pack.