Jillie

Diminutive of Gillian or Juliana

"youthful"

Jillie Origin and Meaning

The name Jillie is a girl's name.

Jillie is a feminine name with English origins, functioning primarily as a diminutive form of Jill, which itself derives from Gillian or Julian. The name has a cheerful, friendly quality with its soft sounds and playful ending. While Jill peaked in popularity during the 1960s and 1970s, Jillie has remained a less common variant, giving it a distinctive charm. Some parents choose Jillie as a given name rather than a nickname, appreciating its informal warmth and approachability. The name evokes a spirited, youthful personality and carries associations with the traditional nursery rhyme 'Jack and Jill.' Though never ranking highly on popularity charts, Jillie maintains consistent, if modest, usage in English-speaking countries.

Famous People Named Jillie

• Jillie Mack English actress and wife of actor Tom Selleck