Gillian
English · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Gillian
Gillian is the feminine form of Julian, derived from the Latin name Iulianus, which means "of or belonging to Julius" and stems from the Roman family name Julius.
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Etymology
Gillian is the feminine form of Julian, derived from the Latin name Iulianus, which means "of or belonging to Julius" and stems from the Roman family name Julius. The name has been used throughout Christian Europe since the Middle Ages, particularly in English-speaking countries, and gained prominence in Britain and Ireland where it became a standard feminine given name.
Gillian currently ranks #3,307 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1999.
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