Gillette
Pronunciation: [ j-ihl-EHT ]
Gillette is a boy baby name. Ranked #38,753 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
Gillette first appeared in US Social Security records in 1960.
Over 5 babies have been named Gillette in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Gillette is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #38,753 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #38,753
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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Old High German origin
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Latin (via Augustus) origin
"great, venerable"
#38,857 in US
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About the Name Gillette
Gillette is a boy name .
Gillette is currently ranked #38,753 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Gillette 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)
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