Find out how popular the first name Jilliane has been for the last 34 years (from 1977 to 2010) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Jilliane by gender

Based on the last 34 years of data, Jilliane is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2010, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Jilliane.

The history of the first name Jilliane

The name Jilliane is a derivative of the feminine given name Gillian, which has its origins in the medieval French form of the masculine name Julian. The name Julian itself is derived from the ancient Roman family name Iulius or Julius, a name borne by several prominent historical figures, including the Roman dictator Julius Caesar.

The root of the name Julian can be traced back to the Greek word "ioulos," meaning "downy-bearded" or "youth." This connection to youth and vitality may have contributed to the popularity of the name in various cultures throughout history.

Jilliane, as a variation of Gillian, likely emerged in the English-speaking world during the Middle Ages or the Renaissance period. It was a time when many names underwent transformations and adaptations as they spread across different regions and languages.

While there are no definitive records of the name Jilliane appearing in ancient texts or religious scriptures, the closely related name Gillian can be found in various historical documents and literary works from the medieval period onwards.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Gillian can be found in the 12th-century poem "The Owl and the Nightingale," written in Middle English. In this work, the character Gillian is referred to as a beautiful young woman.

Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Jilliane or its variants. One such individual was Gillian of Tewkesbury (c. 1066-1115), an English noblewoman who was a benefactor of religious institutions and is mentioned in the chronicles of the time.

Another prominent figure was Gillian de Lacy (c. 1153-1186), an Irish noblewoman and the daughter of Hugh de Lacy, Lord of Meath. She played a significant role in the Norman conquest of Ireland and the establishment of English rule in the region.

In the realm of literature, the name Gillian is associated with the character Gillian Leigh in the novel "The Quiet American" by Graham Greene (1904-1991). This novel, set during the First Indochina War, explored themes of colonialism and moral ambiguity.

In the world of performing arts, the name Jillian has been borne by actresses such as Jillian Murray (1884-1951), a British stage and film actress known for her roles in silent films and early talkies.

Another notable figure was Jillian Becker (1939-2016), a South African-born writer and journalist who authored several novels and non-fiction works, including her memoir "Hitler's Children: The Story of the Baader-Meinhof Terrorist Gang."

Data source

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