Gill Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationGIL / /ɡɪl/English; Irish
Meaning
English: servant; Irish: cheerful
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Gill has roots in both English and Irish cultures. In English, it is often derived from the word 'gill', meaning a servant or a helper. In Irish, it can be associated with the word 'gile', meaning brightness or cheerfulness. The name has been used historically in various forms and has connections to both given names and surnames.
Trend Summary
The name Gill has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with periods of modest use.
Similar Names
Variants
- Gille
- Gilly
International Variants
- Gilles (French)
- Gili (Hebrew)
Famous people named Gill
Gill Bates is a notable entrepreneur and philanthropist known for his work in technology and charitable foundations.
Gill Scott-Heron was an influential American musician and poet, often referred to as the 'Godfather of Rap'.
Fictional characters named Gill
Gill is a character in the video game series 'Finding Nemo', known for being a mentor to the main character.
Gill Grunt is a character in the 'Skylanders' franchise, recognized for his aquatic abilities.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Gill was first seen in the United States in 1884. Gill has ranked as high as #1056 nationally, which occurred in 1956, and has been most popular in Louisiana, California, and Tennessee. In the past 5 years the name Gill has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Gill (1973)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1884 | 5 |
| 1913 | 8 |
| 1914 | 8 |
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1919 | 6 |
| 1920 | 7 |
| 1921 | 7 |
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1924 | 9 |
| 1925 | 10 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1928 | 10 |
| 1929 | 7 |
| 1933 | 12 |
| 1934 | 7 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1936 | 8 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1938 | 6 |
| 1939 | 8 |
| 1940 | 11 |
| 1941 | 15 |
| 1942 | 12 |
| 1943 | 21 |
| 1944 | 6 |
| 1945 | 14 |
| 1946 | 18 |
| 1947 | 30 |
| 1948 | 31 |
| 1949 | 26 |
| 1950 | 40 |
| 1951 | 42 |
| 1952 | 34 |
| 1953 | 33 |
| 1954 | 34 |
| 1955 | 37 |
| 1956 | 44 |
| 1957 | 32 |
| 1958 | 41 |
| 1959 | 41 |
| 1960 | 24 |
| 1961 | 28 |
| 1962 | 28 |
| 1963 | 27 |
| 1964 | 24 |
| 1965 | 21 |
| 1966 | 14 |
| 1967 | 12 |
| 1968 | 17 |
| 1969 | 16 |
| 1970 | 13 |
| 1971 | 13 |
| 1972 | 13 |
| 1973 | 13 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1975 | 9 |
| 1976 | 10 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 12 |
| 1983 | 11 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 11 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 5 |