Gilmar

“bright and famous.” — Associated with nobility and leadership qualities

Portuguese-speaking countries origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#11291US 2023

6Births / yr

↑Rising

122All-time births

📅 Since 198900

How to pronounce Gilmar

GILM·AHR

/ˈɡɪlm.ˈɑr/ · stress on GILM · 2 syllables

“bright and famous.”

Associated with nobility and leadership qualities · Portuguese-speaking countries origin

What does Gilmar mean and where does it come from?

Gilmar is derived from Germanic roots meaning 'bright and famous.' It has a presence in Portuguese-speaking regions, particularly Brazil, where it has gained popularity as a given name, often associated with nobility and leadership qualities. The name is also used among Portuguese communities in Eur

Cultural significance

Gilmar has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Portuguese-speaking countries-speaking communities, where it reflects values of germanic.

Peak popularity

Reached #5940 in 1999 — currently #11291 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Gilmar?

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

Gilmar Grace

How popular is Gilmar right now?

Rising fast — up 1703 spots — currently #11291 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2023#11291 · Top 8.3%

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#11291	6	▲ up 1703 · +20% births
2022	#12994	5	▼ down 269
2015	#12725	5	▼ down 1396 · -17% births
2010	#11329	6	▼ down 2570 · -25% births
2005	#8759	8	▼ down 862
2000	#7897	8	▲ up 624 · +33% births
1995	#8521	6	▲ up 664 · +20% births
1990	#9185	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Gilmar

Best Year2000Rank #7897

Peak Count8

Average Rank#10338

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1990 - 20238 years

The story of Gilmar

Gilmar is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1989. With 122 total births recorded, Gilmar remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #9185 in 1990, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #11291 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Gilmar in 1999:

Jacob Michael Matthew Joshua Nicholas

Gilmar by decade

Gilmar peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	6
1990s ★	69
2000s	31
2010s	16

💎Gilmar has only 122 total recorded births since 1989 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Gilmar?

Common

GilGiIlmar

What names sound and feel like Gilmar?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Gilmar also consider these

Gismar

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Giomar

Italy · a variant of

Nilmar

Brazil · little Nil, or

Wilmar

Germanic · resolute, brave

Gilman

English · Servant of the

Bilmar

Arabic · A Arabic name

Hilmar

Germanic · German

Gillymar

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Common questions about the name Gilmar

What does the name Gilmar mean?

Gilmar means "Germanic" — a name rooted in Portuguese-speaking countries 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 Gilmar?

Gilmar is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Gilmar have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Gilmar?

Gilmar originates from Portuguese-speaking countries tradition. Portuguese-speaking countries names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Gilmar?

Gilmar is a two-syllable name pronounced G IH1 L M AA1 R. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Gilmar trending right now?

Gilmar is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.