Ava Kowalski

By Ava Kowalski
Global Naming Traditions Specialist

Updated on September 02, 2024

Gillean

US Popularity Rank: None

Origin: Gaelic

Meaning: Saint John's servant; Boy, lad; Youthful, Jove's child

Gillean is a masculine title with dual origins, gifting baby the freedom to explore and connect with their name’s lineage. As a Gaelic name, Gillean is considered Celtic, Irish, and Scottish, holding the meanings “servant” or “follower” and “boy” or “lad,” but most popularly understood as “Saint John’s servant.” Gillean may also be derived from the Latin Julian, meaning “youthful” or “Jove’s child,” lending a classical undertone to this faithful title. No matter which origin calls to you, baby Gillean will have a lyrical name they can introduce with pride.

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