Jillian: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A youthful name full of energy and cheer.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 3
- Current rank
- #961
- Peak
- #96 in 1982
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Jillian Means
Jillian is a girl name of English origin. A youthful name full of energy and cheer.
How Popular Jillian Is
Jillian currently ranks #961 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #96 in 1982. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Jillian
- Jillian broke into the top 100 baby names in the U.S., reaching #96 in 1982.
- Jillian is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Jillian has been a top 100 name across 122+ years of American history.
- Jillian is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
Names Like Jillian
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Jillian
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Jillian.
Questions About Jillian
What does Jillian mean?
Jillian is a girl name of English origin. A youthful name full of energy and cheer.
How popular is Jillian?
Jillian currently ranks #961 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #96 in 1982. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Jillian come from?
Jillian comes from English roots. Jillian broke into the top 100 baby names in the U.S., reaching #96 in 1982.
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