NAME PROFILE
Jillian
Jillian is a feminine name of Latin origin meaning 'youthful' or 'downy.' It carries a lively and cheerful essence, often associated with vitality and a zest for life. People named Jillian are often seen as approachable, friendly, and supportive, embodying a youthful spirit.
Key Stats
| Total births | 83,424 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1982 |
| Peak generation | Millennial |
| First recorded | 1961 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 22%CA — 21%IL — 19%MA — 19%PA — 19%
Notable People
Jillian Michaels (Fitness expert, television personality) · Jillian Bell (Actress, comedian) · Jillian Harris (Television host, designer) · Jillian Tamaki (Illustrator, graphic novelist) · Jillian Anderson (Actress, *The X-Files*)
Nicknames & Diminutives
JillJilly
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