Taylans in the Philippines
In the Philippines, the surname Taylan is not very common, except for Ilocos Norte Province and around the town of Dingras. In the Philippines, the name is pronounced 'Tai-Lon' but spelled the same. It is said that the first settlers of Dingras were of Indonesian origin. Later, Malasian people occupied the area, who drove away the Inonesians. About the end of the 18th century, these ethnic groups were raided by the Christians from the lowlands. Among their brave warriors were Onze, Angin, Langao and Dungguing. These leaders led their warriors in many furious battles, however, they were defeated because of their inferiority, both in arms and in number. Thus, more immigrants occupied the lowlands and' the ethnic people retreated to the mountains where their descendants can be located up to now. The latest immigrants were from Sarrat, Piddig and San Nicolas; others came from Ilocos Sur, Abra and La Union. During the Spanish era of the Philippines, Spaniarsh searched the area for gold and lived under their colonial rule.

Turkish Connection
In the middle 1800's (?) two Turkish traders, Ali Hasn Taylan and ????? Taylan established a store in Dingras, Ilocos Norte, Luzon and inter-married or fathered children in the area.

Taylan in WWII Philippines
At least three Taylans are listed at the Capas National Shrine, as having died at Camp O'Donnel in Papanga, Philippines. They are Pedro Taylan, Perdo Taylan and Timoteo Taylan. Others, fought in the guerilla movement in Dingras and died at the hands of the Japanese, in wartime accidents and combat. [Photos by Justin Taylan 2005]