Jilly
English · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Jilly
Jilly is a diminutive form of Jill, which derives from Gillian, ultimately tracing back to the Latin name Juliana (feminine form of Julianus, meaning "youthful" or "of Julius").
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Etymology
Jilly is a diminutive form of Jill, which derives from Gillian, ultimately tracing back to the Latin name Juliana (feminine form of Julianus, meaning "youthful" or "of Julius"). The name is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, particularly in Britain and Commonwealth nations, with no specific religious affiliation, though it gained modern popularity in the 20th century as an informal given name.
Jilly currently ranks #5,876 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1996.
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