Gillis
Pronunciation: [ g-IHL-ihs ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Gillis first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 229 babies have been named Gillis in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Gillis is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #19,946 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #19,946
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
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Latin pila origin
"pillar, column"
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Old French origin
"flower settlement"
#20,140 in US
Old High German origin
"wealth, fortune, prosperity"
#19,768 in US
Old High German origin
"noble, nobility"
#20,005 in US
Finnish origin
"life, grain"
#20,077 in US
Hebrew (Sarah) origin
"princess, noblewoman"
#19,856 in US
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About the Name Gillis
Gillis is a boy name .
Gillis is currently ranked #19,946 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Gillis 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