Gilliam
Pronunciation: [ g-IHL-ee-uhm ]
Gilliam is a boy baby name. Ranked #38,104 in the US, popular nicknames include Gil, Giy, and Gilie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Gilliam first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 46 babies have been named Gilliam in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Gilliam is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #38,104 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #38,104
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Gilliam is also used as a girl name, ranked #58238.
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About the Name Gilliam
Gilliam is a boy name .
Is Gilliam a boy or girl name? Gilliam is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #38,104 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #58,238. Gilliam is more commonly used as a boy name.
Gilliam is currently ranked #38,104 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Gilliam include Gil, Giy, Gilie, and Gillie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis