Gillian is a ♀ girl name.
The given name Gillian is a feminine variant of the name Julian and is existing since the 17th century. The name derived from the Roman family names Julianus, Julius or Iulius, which may be of Greek origin. It is also related to the Roman god Jupiter. The most famous member of the family was Gaius Julius Caesar.
Gillian means “of the family of the Julii” and “dedicated to Jupiter” or “devoted to Jove” (from Latin “Iovilius”). Besides, Gillian means “downy-bearded” or “corn sheaf” (from ancient Greek “íoulos/ἴουλος”).
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