Gilroy name meaning

Gender: Boy

Origin: Celtic, English and Gaelic

Pronunciation: gi(l)-roy

Meaning: Son of the Red Head

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What does Gilroy mean?

Unfamiliar boy name Gilroy means "Son of the Red Head" is originated from English, Celtic and Gaelic languages.

How do I pronounce Gilroy?

The two syllabled name Gilroy is commonly pronounced as gi(l)-roy.

Variants of Gilroy

Gildray, Roy, Ruadh, Ronald, Roi, Ragnvald, Rögnvaldr, Reynold, Reinhold, Rǫgnvaldr

How popular is the name Gilroy?

Gilroy is an uncommon baby name in United States where it may not be used now as it was last seen in 1991. Also, Gilroy is a familiar name in Belize, India, South Africa and Jamaica.

According to our findings, over 900 babies have been named Gilroy globally.

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Numerological aspects of Gilroy

You act protectively around the people you love and people who need help. You learn from your mistakes faster than others. If someone surprises you in a positive way, that's fine. But it will take long until they earn your trust and full respect. Leave your own mark in the world. Don't make work your priority. To have no 6 as your soul urge number means you are focused on inner healing. People who have this number as their expression no can be described as free souls that can't be tamed.

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Sibling Names for Gilroy

If you're looking for unique names that complement your baby boy's name Gilroy, consider giving him a sibling name that either shares similar sounds or reflects a different style. From traditional to trendy, here are some sibling names that match well with Gilroy.

Sister to Gilroy

• Donovan
• Finlay
• Cormack
• Kerwinn
• Cullen
• Graidy
• Garvey
• Keenan
• Bryent
• Baynebridge
• Delavan
• Brodey
• Hurley
• Dagen

Brother to Gilroy

• Brigita
• Kaycie
• Caci
• Fedelma
• Duana
• Keva
• Grady
• Imogen
• Dympna
• Devvin
• Darcie
• Corianne
• Aideen
• Kerin
• Keela
• Ailey
• Bridy
• Glenne

Famous people named Gilroy

• Gilroy Roberts, American sculptor

Lists having Gilroy

• Boy names beginning with G
• American Boy Names
• Celtic Boy Names
• English Boy Names
• Gaelic Boy Names
• Baby Names that mean Son
• Baby Names that mean Red
• Baby Names that mean Head

Sources

1. Social Security Administration, https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/index.html