Gillian
Meaning
Youthful, child of the gods; the feminine form of Julian
Origin
Irish
Pronunciation
/dʒɪliən/
Traits associated with the name Gillian:
Dogs named Gillian tend to be loving, affectionate, and good-natured. This feminine name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Gillian?
That you have a creative and unique sense of humor. It also suggests that you are a fan of the show "Gilligan's Island" or have a fondness for the name Gillian.
Is Gillian a good dog name?
Gillian has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Gillian isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Gillian is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Gillian was, in the past month, the 1803rd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of April 2025, Gillian is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Gillian was viewed 19 times, and liked 1 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Gillian's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Gillian is most adored in Alabama, Arizona and Michigan.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in New Jersey, New Mexico and Pennsylvania.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Gillian.
Most popular breeds named Gillian:
- Cocker Spaniel
- Poodle
- Labrador Retriever
Gillian is found in these categories:
posh
Derived from a Latin term for youthful, it screams aristocratic elegance.
irish
Derived from Irish name Eilionoir, meaning bright, shining one.
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