Gil
- Pronunciation
- [Gil]
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- Happiness
- Origin
- Hebrew
Gil Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 4,951 baby boys have been named Gil. The name peaked in 1957 with 124 US births that year (rank #686). In 2024, ranked #4000 nationally — 3,314 places below its 1957 peak.
Top States for Gil
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Gil births are: California (985), New York (621), Texas (515).
Other Hebrew-Origin Names Like Gil
If you like Gil's Hebrew origin, consider these related names: Aalijah, Aaron, Abagail, Abaigael, Abaigeal. Browse all Hebrew names →
3-Letter Names Starting with G
Names with Gil's exact length and starting letter: Gad, Gal, Gar, Gay, Geb.
Quick Facts About Gil
Variant Forms
| Name | Meaning | Gender | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gill | French Form Of Julius | Male | French |
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Compare Gil to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Gil against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).
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