Jillian
Jillian: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdʒɪljən/
Meaning and origin of Jillian
- A female given name from Latin, variant of Gillian.
How popular is Jillian?
Since 1880, 83,197 girls and 227 boys in the U.S. have been named Jillian (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #96 in 1982. Its highest rank for boys was #2728 in 1983. In 2025, 177 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Jillian
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Sibling name ideas for Jillian
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Jillian FAQ
What does the name Jillian mean?
A female given name from Latin, variant of Gillian.
What is the origin of the name Jillian?
Jillian is listed as a name of Latin origin.
How popular is the name Jillian?
Since 1880, 83,197 girls and 227 boys in the U.S. have been named Jillian (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #96 in 1982. Its highest rank for boys was #2728 in 1983. In 2025, 177 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Jillian a boy or girl name?
Jillian is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 83,197 girls and 227 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.