Jill
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Jill is a girl name of English origin meaning "Youthful; belonging to the Roman family Julius".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Language
English
Religion
None
Popularity
20 / 100
Syllables
1
Length
4 letters
Meaning
Youthful; belonging to the Roman family Julius
Etymology
Derived from the English diminutive of Gillian, which comes from the Latin name Julius meaning 'youth' or 'downy'.
Famous People Named Jill
- Jill Biden — American educator and First Lady of the United States from 2021 to 2025
- Jill Clayburgh — American actress (1944–2010)
- Jill Johnson — Swedish country and schlager singer
- Jill St. John — American actress
- Jill Tarter — American astronomer
Frequently Asked Questions About Jill
What does the name Jill mean?
Jill means "Youthful; belonging to the Roman family Julius", and is of English origin.
What is the origin of the name Jill?
Jill originates from English, commonly used in Western Europe.
Is Jill a boy or girl name?
Jill is typically used as a girl name.
What religion is the name Jill associated with?
Jill is associated with None.
Are there famous people named Jill?
Yes — notable people named Jill include Jill Biden (American educator and First Lady of the United States from 2021 to 2025), Jill Clayburgh (American actress, 1944–2010), Jill Johnson (Swedish country and schlager singer), Jill St. John (American actress) and Jill Tarter (American astronomer).
Last updated: June 2026