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Gillianna

OriginFeminine variation of Julian
Meaning"youthful"

About Gillianna

Gillianna is a feminine name that blends elements of Gillian and Anna/Anna suffixes. It derives primarily from Gillian, a medieval English form of Juliana, ultimately from the Latin name Julius meaning 'youthful' or 'devoted to Jupiter.' The extended form with the 'anna' ending adds a flowing, romantic quality to the name. While relatively uncommon, Gillianna appeals to parents seeking a name with traditional roots but a distinctive sound. It offers versatile nickname options including Gill, Gilly, Anna, or Lia. The name carries an elegant, somewhat old-world charm while remaining accessible and feminine, striking a balance between uniqueness and familiarity.

Pronounced jil-ee-AN-uh.

As of October 2026, Gillianna ranked #17438 in US births in 2014 SSA.

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Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.

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