Gilmer Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Gilmer originates from Old Germanic roots, specifically from the name 'Gisilmar' which means 'famous pledge'. It has evolved through historical forms and is associated with qualities of renown and commitment. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name. Gilmer gained popularity primarily in the 19th century in the United States and holds a unique place in modern times.
The name Gilmer is most popular in North Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South 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, Gilmer has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Gilmer' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1314th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1597th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2412th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6435th out of 10718 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 15544th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10610th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Gilmer' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Gilmer"
Pronunciation
/ˈgɪlmər/
Origin
Old Germanic
Etymology
The name Gilmer is derived from the Old Germanic name 'Gisilmar', which combines the elements 'gisil' meaning 'pledge' or 'hostage' and 'mar' meaning 'famous' or 'renowned'.
Meaning
famous pledge
Language Evolution
Gisilmar, Gilmer
Historical Usage
Gilmer gained popularity in the United States during the 19th century, particularly in the Southern states, and has been used as both a first name and surname.
Variants & Derivatives
Gil, Gilly, Gilmour
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Gilmer is considered a unique name that carries a traditional charm, though it is not widely used in contemporary naming trends.
Famous People
Gilmer P. S. McLemore, an American politician, Gilmer H. B. Hinton, an American educator
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Gilmer"
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 "Gilmer"
"Gilmer" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1314th of 7545 | 487 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1597th of 6773 | 354 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2412th of 7552 | 217 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6435th of 10718 | 35 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 15544th of 24088 | 28 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 10610th of 23106 | 66 |
Regional Popularity of "Gilmer" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
33.01% 781st/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
45.52% 1071st/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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53.00% 1512th/2853 |
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| 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 "Gilmer" 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 "Gilmer"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Gilmer" 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.