Jil
girl nameJil entered the US charts in 1945, peaked at #1808 in 1957, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1945–2025
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rank today
#1808
peak (1957)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3740 |
| 1950s | #2784 |
| 1960s | #2813 |
| 1970s | #6466 |
| 1980s | #9323 |
| 1990s | #13147 |
| 2000s | #14477 |
Living bearers
About 500 people named Jil are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Jil alive today was born around 1961, making them about 64 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jil in 2025?
- Jil is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Jil most popular?
- Jil peaked in 1957, reaching #1808 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Jil with classmates?
- Jil will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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