Gilman Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Gilman has its origins in Old English, derived from elements meaning 'pledged man'. It has evolved through various historical forms, reflecting its roots. The name is associated with traits of loyalty and commitment, with no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in medieval England and has several variants, though it is less commonly used today.
The name Gilman is most popular in Maine, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Silent Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Gilman has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast. Across generations, 'Gilman' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1538th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1650th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2584th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7263rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15579th out of 16616 names. Discover how the name 'Gilman' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Gilman"
Pronunciation
/ˈɡɪlmən/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Gilman is derived from the Old English elements 'gēol' meaning 'a pledge' and 'mann' meaning 'man'. It has also been associated with the Old Norse name 'Gylfi'.
Meaning
pledged man
Language Evolution
Gēolmann, Gilmán, Gilman
Historical Usage
The name Gilman gained popularity during the medieval period in England and has been used in various forms since the 12th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Gil, Gilly, Gilmour
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Gilman is perceived as a traditional name, often associated with strength and loyalty, though it is less common in modern naming.
Famous People
Gilman Louie, an American businessman and venture capitalist, Gilman H. H. Tschan, a noted American historian
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Gilman"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Gilman"
"Gilman" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1538th of 7545 | 371 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1650th of 6773 | 337 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2584th of 7552 | 191 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7263rd of 10718 | 24 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 15579th of 16616 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Gilman" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
61.94% 877th/1416 |
74.33% 1025th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
40.55% 631st/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
48.27% 1173rd/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Gilman" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Gilman"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Gilman" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.