Gillian
JIL-ee-un
✦ Meaning
“Feminine form of Julian from the Latin 'Julius,' this Scottish and English name carries literary prestige and has been borne by accomplished women throughout modern history.”
Popularity Over Time
Gillian is not currently in the US top 1000.
Origin
Syllables
3
Nicknames
Style
Famous Bearers
- Gillian Anderson
- Gillian Flynn
Cross-Cultural Notes
Works across British and American cultures
People Also Ask
Feminine form of Julian from the Latin 'Julius,' this Scottish and English name carries literary prestige and has been borne by accomplished women throughout modern history.
Gillian is not currently in the US top 1000, making it a genuinely rare choice. Usage has stayed pretty consistent over the past decade.
Popular nicknames for Gillian include Gill, Jill, Lian, Lily.
Names that pair beautifully with Gillian include Imogen, Cordelia, Rosalind, Beatrix.