Gillian Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Gillian Name at a Glance

Name	Gillian
Meaning	Child of the gods. A feminine form of Julian, meaning Jove's child.
Origin	English
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Gillian Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Gillian means “Child of the gods. A feminine form of Julian, meaning Jove's child”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Gillian Name Origin

Our database records Gillian under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Gillian a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Gillian is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Gillian

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