Gilian

Gilian is a girl baby name. Ranked #20,345 in the US, popular nicknames include Gil, Giy, and Gilie.

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Girl Name #20,345 Most Popular Hidden Gem 6 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Gilian is a girl name, recorded for 7 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Gilian often also consider Iylan, Alysiana, Midajah .

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Historical Record

Gilian first appeared in US Social Security records in 1998.

Over 14 babies have been named Gilian in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Gilian is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #20,345 for girl names in the US .

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#20,345
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Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#20,345
Total SSA Count
7

Nicknames

Gil Giy Gilie Giliie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Gilian

Is Gilian a boy or girl name?
Gilian is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Gilian?
Gilian is currently ranked #20345 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Gilian?
Common nicknames for Gilian include Gil, Giy, Gilie, and Giliie.
Is Gilian a common or rare name?
Gilian is an uncommon name, ranked #20345 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Gilian?
Gilian pairs well with Iylan, Alysiana, Midajah, Halayna in style and sound.

About the Name Gilian

Gilian is a girl name .

Gilian is currently ranked #20,345 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Gilian include Gil, Giy, Gilie, and Giliie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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