Jillian
girl name#1261 in 2025Jillian entered the US charts in 1944, peaked at #96 in 1982, ranks #1261 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1944–2025
#1261
rank today
#96
peak (1982)
177
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3857 |
| 1950s | #4308 |
| 1960s | #2317 |
| 1970s | #895 |
| 1980s | #116 |
| 1990s | #162 |
| 2000s | #151 |
| 2010s | #445 |
| 2020s | #1096 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Jillian has been most popular in TX, CA, NY.
Living bearers
About 81,500 people named Jillian are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Jillian alive today was born around 1994, making them about 31 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jillian in 2025?
- Jillian ranks #1261 among US girl names in 2025, with 177 babies given the name.
- When was the name Jillian most popular?
- Jillian peaked in 1982, reaching #96 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Jillian with classmates?
- Jillian will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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