Gilly Girl

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationGIL-ee / /ˈɡɪli/

English; Hebrew

Meaning

English: youthful; Hebrew: God is my joy

Historical & Cultural Background

Gilly is often considered a diminutive of names like Gillian or Gillian. In English-speaking cultures, it has been used as a standalone name. The name has also been associated with Hebrew origins, where it conveys a sense of joy. Its usage has varied over time, reflecting trends in naming conventions.

Trend Summary

Gilly has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, often peaking during the late 20th century.

Similar Names

GinaCindyDillyKilly

Variants

  • Gillian
  • Gillyan

International Variants

  • Gili (Hebrew)
  • Gilda (Italian)

Famous people named Gilly

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Fictional characters named Gilly

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Sibling Suggestions

LilyMillyTillyNillyCilly

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Gilly was first seen in the United States in 2018. Gilly has ranked as high as #1373 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Gilly has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Gilly

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
20186