Gilli

French, feminine variation of Gilbert

"youthful"

Gilli Origin and Meaning

The name Gilli is a girl's name.

Gilli is a feminine name with multiple potential origins. It can be seen as a short form of Gillian, which derives from the medieval English name Juliana, ultimately from Julius, meaning 'youthful' or 'devoted to Jupiter.' Alternatively, it may come from the Scottish diminutive of Gillian or Gilbert. In Nordic countries, it might relate to Gill, meaning 'pledge' or 'noble promise.' The name has a light, playful quality with its short form and double 'l' creating a friendly, approachable sound. Gilli has remained uncommon, giving it a distinctive quality while still being easy to pronounce and spell. Its brevity makes it memorable while its sound carries a gentle, feminine quality across various cultural contexts.