NAME PROFILE
Gillian
Gillian is a name of Latin origin meaning 'youthful' or 'young.' It carries a sense of vitality and spirit. Those named Gillian are often seen as creative, optimistic, and full of life, bringing joy and energy to those around them.
Key Stats
| Total births | 16,127 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1999 |
| Peak generation | Gen Z |
| First recorded | 1945 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 25%CA — 23%PA — 17%NJ — 17%TX — 17%
Notable People
Gillian Anderson (Actress, *The X-Files*) · Gillian Flynn (Author, *Gone Girl*) · Gillian Jacobs (Actress, *Community*) · Gillian McKeith (Nutritionist, TV presenter) · Gillian Weingarten (Artist, *The Art of Gillian*)
Nicknames & Diminutives
GillGilly
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