indicate the level to which a name has been verified.
Type Surname (from occupation)
Usage English
Other Forms FormsHeller, Hilliard, Hillard, Helliar, Hellyer, Hellyar, Hiller
Meaning & History
Occupational name for a roof tiler or thatcher from Middle English helier "roofer, slater, tiler", ultimately derived from Old English helan "to hide, conceal, cover".