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Giles vs Gillian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Giles

Boy #5,104 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"young goat"

Origin: Greek (aigidion)

Cultural Roots

English French Medieval European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,104
Total SSA Count
19
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Giles Rank #5,104
Gillian Rank #21,446

Giles is more popular, ranked #5104 vs #21446 for Gillian.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Giles or Gillian more popular?

Giles is more popular, ranked #5104 compared to Gillian at #21446 in the United States.

What do Giles and Gillian mean?

Giles means "young goat" (Greek (aigidion) origin).

Are Giles and Gillian boy or girl names?

Giles is primarily a boy name. Gillian is primarily a boy name.

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