Gillian Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJIL-ee-uhn / /ˈdʒɪl.jən/Irish; Latin
Meaning
Irish: youthful; Latin: downy-bearded
Historical & Cultural Background
Gillian is derived from the Irish name 'Gillian' which is a variant of 'Juliana', meaning youthful. The name has been used in various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries. It has seen varying popularity over the years, often associated with feminine forms but also used for boys in some contexts.
Trend Summary
Gillian has experienced fluctuating popularity in the United States, often more common as a feminine name.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jillian
- Gillian
International Variants
- Gillian (English)
- Juliana (Spanish)
- Gillian (French)
Famous people named Gillian
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Gillian was first seen in the United States in 1978. Gillian has ranked as high as #1155 nationally, which occurred in 1988, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Gillian has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Gillian
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2016 | 6 |