Giles Boy
Origin(s)
Greek; Latin; Old French
Meaning
Greek: youthful; Latin: a servant of God; Old French: a pledge
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Giles has roots in ancient Greece, derived from the Greek name 'Aegidius'. It became popular in medieval Europe, particularly in France and England, due to the veneration of Saint Giles, a 7th-century hermit and patron saint of the disabled. The name has been used in various forms across different cultures and has maintained a presence in literature and history.
Trend Summary
The name Giles has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable decline since the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Jiles, Gale, Gideon, Jasper, Silas, Galen, Graham, Gavin
Variants
- Gile
- Giles
International Variants
- Gildas (Latin)
- Gilles (French)
- Gilio (Italian)
Famous people named Giles
Giles Corey was an American farmer and accused witch during the Salem witch trials.
Giles Martin is a British music producer known for his work with The Beatles.
Giles Deleuze was a French philosopher influential in the fields of philosophy and film theory.
Giles Foden is a British author known for his novel 'The Last King of Scotland'.
Fictional characters named Giles
Giles is a character in the television series 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer', serving as a mentor to the main characters.
Giles the Great is a character in the video game 'The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild', known for his wisdom.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Giles was first seen in the United States in 1880. Giles has ranked as high as #787 nationally which occurred in 1918 and has been most popular in Virginia, North Carolina, Texas, New York, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Giles has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Giles (2007)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 | |
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 18 |
| 1881 | 21 |
| 1882 | 12 |
| 1883 | 17 |
| 1884 | 14 |
| 1885 | 15 |
| 1886 | 13 |
| 1887 | 11 |
| 1888 | 20 |
| 1889 | 12 |
| 1890 | 11 |
| 1891 | 6 |
| 1892 | 7 |
| 1893 | 17 |
| 1895 | 8 |
| 1896 | 8 |
| 1897 | 13 |
| 1898 | 6 |
| 1899 | 17 |
| 1900 | 15 |
| 1901 | 11 |
| 1902 | 9 |
| 1903 | 7 |
| 1904 | 15 |
| 1905 | 9 |
| 1906 | 7 |
| 1907 | 7 |
| 1908 | 14 |
| 1909 | 9 |
| 1910 | 13 |
| 1911 | 18 |
| 1912 | 32 |
| 1913 | 45 |
| 1914 | 56 |
| 1915 | 65 |
| 1916 | 54 |
| 1917 | 73 |
| 1918 | 86 |
| 1919 | 66 |
| 1920 | 69 |
| 1921 | 52 |
| 1922 | 80 |
| 1923 | 64 |
| 1924 | 63 |
| 1925 | 78 |
| 1926 | 60 |
| 1927 | 70 |
| 1928 | 80 |
| 1929 | 69 |
| 1930 | 63 |
| 1931 | 66 |
| 1932 | 77 |
| 1933 | 69 |
| 1934 | 60 |
| 1935 | 59 |
| 1936 | 52 |
| 1937 | 41 |
| 1938 | 61 |
| 1939 | 47 |
| 1940 | 44 |
| 1941 | 62 |
| 1942 | 49 |
| 1943 | 51 |
| 1944 | 54 |
| 1945 | 43 |
| 1946 | 31 |
| 1947 | 54 |
| 1948 | 50 |
| 1949 | 38 |
| 1950 | 47 |
| 1951 | 50 |
| 1952 | 43 |
| 1953 | 44 |
| 1954 | 58 |
| 1955 | 62 |
| 1956 | 51 |
| 1957 | 52 |
| 1958 | 46 |
| 1959 | 37 |
| 1960 | 48 |
| 1961 | 30 |
| 1962 | 47 |
| 1963 | 35 |
| 1964 | 41 |
| 1965 | 23 |
| 1966 | 31 |
| 1967 | 28 |
| 1968 | 29 |
| 1969 | 30 |
| 1970 | 32 |
| 1971 | 29 |
| 1972 | 31 |
| 1973 | 20 |
| 1974 | 36 |
| 1975 | 28 |
| 1976 | 26 |
| 1977 | 22 |
| 1978 | 31 |
| 1979 | 25 |
| 1980 | 25 |
| 1981 | 24 |
| 1982 | 28 |
| 1983 | 24 |
| 1984 | 34 |
| 1985 | 26 |
| 1986 | 30 |
| 1987 | 25 |
| 1988 | 15 |
| 1989 | 26 |
| 1990 | 19 |
| 1991 | 31 |
| 1992 | 39 |
| 1993 | 29 |
| 1994 | 22 |
| 1995 | 28 |
| 1996 | 16 |
| 1997 | 24 |
| 1998 | 17 |
| 1999 | 18 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2001 | 17 |
| 2002 | 19 |
| 2003 | 22 |
| 2004 | 21 |
| 2005 | 28 |
| 2006 | 19 |
| 2007 | 26 |
| 2008 | 23 |
| 2009 | 20 |
| 2010 | 30 |
| 2011 | 20 |
| 2012 | 25 |
| 2013 | 20 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 20 |
| 2016 | 17 |
| 2017 | 15 |
| 2018 | 19 |
| 2019 | 29 |
| 2020 | 18 |
| 2021 | 16 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 11 |
| 2024 | 19 |