Tillis
Pronunciation: [ t-IHL-ihs ]
Tillis is a boy baby name. Ranked #38,483 in the US, popular nicknames include Til, Tiy, and Tilie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #38,483
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Nicknames
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About the Name Tillis
Tillis is a boy name .
Tillis is currently ranked #38,483 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Tillis include Til, Tiy, Tilie, and Tillie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Tillis include Tillman . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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