Jillian

What does the baby name Jillian mean? Learn about what Jillian means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Jillian - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Jillian: J-I-L-L-I-A-N, is a 7-letter female given name.
Pronunciation of Jillian: JIL-ee-ən; JIL ee an
Meaning of Jillian: Youthful, daughter of jupiter, down-bearded youth.
Origin of Jillian: The name 'Jillian' is of English origin. It is derived from the masculine name 'Julian', which itself comes from the Roman family name 'Julius'. 'Julius' is believed to have originated from the Roman god Jupiter, who was the king of the gods in Roman mythology.; American Names; English Names; French Names; Latin Names
Similar Names, Nicknames, & Spelling Variations of Jillian: Gilian; Gillaine; Gillan; Gillian; Gillianne; Gillie; Giulia; Jillaine
Popularity of Jillian: The popularity of the name 'Jillian' has experienced fluctuations over the years. In the United States, it gained prominence in the mid-20th century and reached its peak in the 1980s. During this time, it was a relatively popular choice for baby girls.; Jillian currently has 476 likes, and is in the top 2% of liked girl's names. The name Eliza is slightly more popular than Jillian.

Etymology of Jillian

The name 'Jillian' is a variant of 'Julian', which is derived from the Roman family name 'Julius'. The meaning of 'Julius' is uncertain, but it is believed to be related to the Greek name 'Ioulos', meaning 'downy-bearded' or 'youthful'.

Cultural Significance of Jillian

The name 'Jillian' does not hold significant cultural or historical significance. It is a name that has been used in English-speaking countries, primarily in the United States and the United Kingdom.