Gillings

A Hebrew name with cultural significance
Hebrew origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1873US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.4%Percentile

What does Gillings mean and where does it come from?

Gillings is a name found across Hebrew cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.

Cultural significance
Gillings carries the heritage of Hebrew tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1873 in 2015 — currently #1873 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Gillings?

Gillings works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Gillings Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Gillings Rose
Floral · soft ending
Gillings Mae
Sweet · timeless
Gillings Claire
French influence · crisp
Gillings Jane
Literary · strong
Gillings Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Gillings right now?

Holding steady — currently #1873 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1873 · Top 1.4%
2019
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#187310stable
2022#187310stable
2021#187310stable
2020#187310stable
2019#187310

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Popularity Statistics for Gillings

2019Rank #1873
10
#1873
Stable
2019 - 20235 years
💎Gillings is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.

What are good nicknames for Gillings?

Common
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Famous people named Gillings

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Gillings (historical community leader)
Gillings led communities across the ancient Near East who passed this name through generations.
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Common questions about the name Gillings

What does the name Gillings mean?
Gillings means "A Hebrew name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in Hebrew tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Gillings?
Gillings is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Gillings?
Gillings originates from Hebrew tradition. Hebrew names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Gillings a common or rare name?
Gillings is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
Is Gillings more of a girl or boy name?
Gillings is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.