Gilman name meaning

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Updated: March 20th, 2024
Gender: Boy
Origin: Germanic
Usage: English
Pronunciation: pronunciation of Gilman gi(l)-man
Meaning: Man of Promise
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What does Gilman mean?

Old-school and Renowned Gilman is used prevalently in English, Gilman means "Man of Promise". It is rooted from Germanic is used as a boy name.

How do I pronounce Gilman?

The most common way to pronounce two syllabled Gilman is gi(l)-man.

Variants of Gilman

Gillman

Names that rhyme with Gilman

How popular is the name Gilman?

Gilman is a unique baby name in United States, it had been in use since 1887 and was last seen in 1993, during its 61 years of usage, it was able to reach the top 900 names.

In 1887, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 819 on boy names chart when 34 babies were named Gilman. There are over 935 babies that have been given the name Gilman in United States.

Also, Gilman is a familiar name in Turkey, Tanzania, Papua New Guinea and Brazil. According to our findings, at least 1000 people have been bestowed Gilman around the globe.

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199376376
198062525
196935977
196836686
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Here's what numbers has to say about Gilman

Understanding others is your specialty, but you never expect people to do for you, what you are willing to do for them. You know that without self-esteem, persistence, and passion, you are nothing. You are a powerful presence and people respect you for your sharp mind and intelligence. Stick with your goals and don't give up until you become proud of yourself. You are creative by soul and like to amaze people with your unusual actions.

Go through the following names similar to Gilman

  •  Keeley - Widespread unisex name Keeley means "Descendant of Caollaidhe" which of Old Irish and Hawaiian origin is especially used in English
  •  Ogelsby - Used prevalently in English, Ogelsby means "Fearsome" and is aimed at baby boys has origin in English
  •  Lonell - Outlandish gender-neutral name Lonell is used in English has its roots in Latin, Lonell means "Young Lion"
  •  Haestingas - Meaning of Haestingas is Violent used for boys is predominantly used in English
  •  Nelwyna - The girl name Nelwyna is used primarily in English is originated from English, Nelwyna means "Bright Friend"
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Sibling Names for Gilman

Looking for the perfect name to give your new little addition? If you've decided on Gilman as the name, then you may also be looking for some sibling names that complement it. We've compiled a list of 20 names that work well with Gilman, for both boys and girls.

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Names for Gilman's brother

Famous people named Gilman

  • Gilman Marston, United States Representative, Senator
  • Gilman Louie, technology venture capitalist
  • Gilman Lika, Albanian professional footballer
  • Gilman Rankin in Midnight Cowboy as Actor

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