Gillen
Pronunciation: [ g-IHL-uhn ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Gillen first appeared in US Social Security records in 1990.
Over 5 babies have been named Gillen in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Gillen is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #41,095 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #41,095
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Gillen
Gillen is a boy name .
Gillen is currently ranked #41,095 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Gillen include Gil, Gill, Gilly, Gillie, Giy, Giie, and Gilkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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