“A form of the name Gillemor, meaning 'servant of Mary'.” — Embodies a historical context as
Scotland origin · Boy name
♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls
#7902US 2023
10Births / yr
↑Rising
1.2kAll-time births
📅 Since 190700.01% of births at peak
How to pronounce Gilmer
GILM·er
/ˈɡɪlm.ɝ/ · stress on GILM · 2 syllables
“A form of the name Gillemor, meaning 'servant of Mary'.”
Embodies a historical context as · Scotland origin
What does Gilmer mean and where does it come from?
Gilmer has Scottish roots, deriving from Gaelic elements meaning 'servant' (Gille) and 'Mary' (mhoire). It has been used in the U.S. and gained some recognition due to notable figures such as Gilmer McCormick, an American actress, and Van Gilmer, a musician. The name embodies a historical context as
Cultural significance
Gilmer has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Scotland-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a form of the name gillemor, meaning 'servant of mary'..
Rising fast — up 5093 spots — currently #7902 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
US Trend 1910–2023#7902 · Top 5.8%
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vs Prior Year
2023
#7902
10
▲ up 5093 · +100% births
2022
#12995
5
▼ down 3877 · -37% births
2021
#9118
8
▲ up 1583 · +33% births
2015
#10701
6
▼ down 948 · -14% births
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#9753
7
▲ up 473 · +17% births
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#10226
6
▼ down 3847 · +20% births
1980
#6379
5
▼ down 2043 · -17% births
1970
#4336
6
▼ down 1492 · -33% births
1965
#2844
9
▲ up 579 · +29% births
1960
#3423
7
▼ down 926 · -36% births
1955
#2497
11
▲ up 6 · +10% births
1950
#2503
10
▼ down 888 · -44% births
1945
#1615
18
▲ up 525 · +50% births
1940
#2140
12
▼ down 450 · -33% births
1935
#1690
18
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Name Popularity Timeline
Popularity Statistics for Gilmer
1910Rank #1187
33
#4754
↘Falling
1910 - 202320 years
The story of Gilmer
Gilmer entered American naming records in 1907 and has been in use for over 117 years. With 1,157 total births recorded, Gilmer remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #1187 in 1910, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #7902 in 2023.
Gilmer means "A form of the name Gillemor, meaning 'servant of Mary'." — a name rooted in Scotland 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 Gilmer?
Gilmer is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Gilmer have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Gilmer?
Gilmer originates from Scotland tradition. Scotland 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 Gilmer?
Gilmer is a two-syllable name pronounced G IH1 L M ER0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
Is Gilmer trending right now?
Gilmer is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.
Sibling names that pair with Gilmer
For a sister
Gilmer & Elsie♡
Gilmer & Malcolm♡
Gilmer & Paisley♡
Gilmer & Elgin♡
For a brother
Gilmer & Elsie♡
Gilmer & Malcolm♡
Gilmer & Burness♡
Gilmer & Orbin♡
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Worldwide ranking · 2023
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Rank
🇺🇸 USA
#7902
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