Gillis
Gillis is a boy's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Servant of Jesus.
Origin and history
Gillis is a surname-derived masculine given name of Scottish Gaelic origin, originally stemming from 'Gille Aobhis' meaning servant of Jesus. Historically used in Scotland and North America, it has become a rare choice in modern times. It carries a classical, traditional feel with strong regional heritage.
Popularity in the United States
712 babies in the United States have been named Gillis since 1880. It ranks #3964 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- KY (47.1 %)
- AL (23.5 %)
- LA (14.7 %)
- TX (14.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 10 |
| 1910-1920 | 98 |
| 1920-1930 | 138 |
| 1930-1940 | 117 |
| 1940-1950 | 120 |
| 1950-1960 | 127 |
| 1960-1970 | 61 |
| 1970-1980 | 25 |
| 1980-1990 | 10 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 6 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Gillis
- Gillis Bildt: Prime Minister, Politician
Fun facts
- The name stems from the Scottish Gaelic element 'gille' meaning servant or follower.
- Like many traditional English-language given names, Gillis evolved into a first name from a patronymic surname.