Coming back to the original enquiry, I just came across this will of Thomas Christian where the name of Ballanekilley appears
Thanks, I suspected that much. It has only been found that my 2nd GGF and GGM were from the IOM so I am just learning about the peculiarities of the island.This is the will I was referring toQuoteMarown 1733, will of Mrs. Elinor Chritian als Curlet died 10 Nov, grandchildren viz: Thos Christian and Elinor Cowley. Son in law Wm. Cottier and her dau Abigail. Other sons and dau, maid Joney Quile, estate of Balleyomary. Husband Thos Christian exex. Wit. Wm. Cubin and Joney Quile.
Marown 1733, will of Mrs. Elinor Chritian als Curlet died 10 Nov, grandchildren viz: Thos Christian and Elinor Cowley. Son in law Wm. Cottier and her dau Abigail. Other sons and dau, maid Joney Quile, estate of Balleyomary. Husband Thos Christian exex. Wit. Wm. Cubin and Joney Quile.