Jillian Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationJIL-ee-uhn / ˈdʒɪl.i.ənLatin; English
Meaning
Latin: youthful; English: youthful
Historical & Cultural Background
Jillian is derived from the Latin name 'Juliana,' which is a feminine form of 'Julian.' The name gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the 20th century. It is often associated with qualities of youthfulness and vitality. Jillian has been used in various forms of media, contributing to its recognition.
Trend Summary
Jillian experienced a peak in popularity in the 1990s and early 2000s in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jill
- Jilly
International Variants
- Gillian (English)
- Julienne (French)
- Giuliana (Italian)
Famous people named Jillian
Jillian Michaels is a well-known American personal trainer and television personality, recognized for her role on 'The Biggest Loser.'.
Jillian Anderson is an acclaimed American actress, best known for her role as Dana Scully in the television series 'The X-Files.'.
Jillian Tamaki is a Canadian illustrator and cartoonist, celebrated for her graphic novels and contributions to various publications.
Jillian Bell is an American actress and comedian, known for her work on 'Saturday Night Live' and in films like 'Bridesmaids.'.
Fictional characters named Jillian
Jillian Holtzmann is a character in the 'Ghostbusters' franchise, known for her quirky personality and scientific expertise.
Jillian is a character in the animated series 'The Magic School Bus,' where she is portrayed as a curious and adventurous student.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jillian was first seen in the United States in 1944. Jillian has ranked as high as #190 nationally, which occurred in 1982, and has been most popular in New York, California, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Jillian has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jillian (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 17 | |
| FL | 15 | |
| CA | 14 | |
| WA | 13 | |
| IN | 12 | |
| OH | 11 | |
| PA | 11 | |
| VA | 9 | |
| GA | 9 | |
| NC | 8 | |
| IL | 8 | |
| MO | 7 | |
| MA | 6 | |
| MN | 5 | |
| CO | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1947 | 15 |
| 1948 | 12 |
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1951 | 6 |
| 1952 | 11 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1954 | 10 |
| 1955 | 7 |
| 1956 | 12 |
| 1957 | 14 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1959 | 7 |
| 1960 | 13 |
| 1961 | 15 |
| 1962 | 22 |
| 1963 | 23 |
| 1964 | 31 |
| 1965 | 28 |
| 1966 | 31 |
| 1967 | 43 |
| 1968 | 78 |
| 1969 | 48 |
| 1970 | 75 |
| 1971 | 66 |
| 1972 | 101 |
| 1973 | 93 |
| 1974 | 85 |
| 1975 | 89 |
| 1976 | 255 |
| 1977 | 1,054 |
| 1978 | 1,339 |
| 1979 | 1,507 |
| 1980 | 1,650 |
| 1981 | 2,079 |
| 1982 | 3,056 |
| 1983 | 2,514 |
| 1984 | 2,624 |
| 1985 | 2,475 |
| 1986 | 2,587 |
| 1987 | 2,793 |
| 1988 | 2,746 |
| 1989 | 2,922 |
| 1990 | 2,676 |
| 1991 | 2,377 |
| 1992 | 2,041 |
| 1993 | 1,980 |
| 1994 | 1,542 |
| 1995 | 1,503 |
| 1996 | 1,462 |
| 1997 | 1,849 |
| 1998 | 2,015 |
| 1999 | 2,280 |
| 2000 | 2,779 |
| 2001 | 2,847 |
| 2002 | 2,734 |
| 2003 | 2,425 |
| 2004 | 2,179 |
| 2005 | 2,121 |
| 2006 | 2,004 |
| 2007 | 1,787 |
| 2008 | 1,905 |
| 2009 | 2,041 |
| 2010 | 1,819 |
| 2011 | 1,431 |
| 2012 | 1,102 |
| 2013 | 945 |
| 2014 | 848 |
| 2015 | 721 |
| 2016 | 602 |
| 2017 | 525 |
| 2018 | 383 |
| 2019 | 353 |
| 2020 | 267 |
| 2021 | 253 |
| 2022 | 231 |
| 2023 | 213 |
| 2024 | 213 |