Jill Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJIL / dʒɪlHebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: God is gracious; English: youthful
Historical & Cultural Background
Jill is often considered a diminutive of Jillian or a variant of the name Gilda. In English-speaking cultures, it has been used since the Middle Ages. The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States. It is more commonly associated with females, though it can be used for boys as well.
Trend Summary
Jill has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., primarily recognized as a feminine name.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jillian
- Gilda
International Variants
- Gilda (Italian)
- Jill (English)
Famous people named Jill
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Fictional characters named Jill
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jill was first seen in the United States in 1943. Jill has ranked as high as #1089 nationally, which occurred in 1965, and has been most popular in New York, Illinois, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Jill has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jill (1978)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MI | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1943 | 6 |
| 1944 | 7 |
| 1947 | 7 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1954 | 8 |
| 1955 | 16 |
| 1956 | 10 |
| 1957 | 9 |
| 1959 | 16 |
| 1960 | 10 |
| 1961 | 17 |
| 1962 | 14 |
| 1963 | 12 |
| 1964 | 16 |
| 1965 | 26 |
| 1966 | 15 |
| 1967 | 19 |
| 1968 | 18 |
| 1969 | 19 |
| 1970 | 25 |
| 1971 | 11 |
| 1972 | 14 |
| 1973 | 13 |
| 1974 | 17 |
| 1975 | 20 |
| 1976 | 16 |
| 1977 | 16 |
| 1978 | 19 |
| 1979 | 24 |
| 1980 | 12 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 14 |
| 1983 | 12 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 5 |