Jillianne

Meaning of Jillianne

Jillianne is a female name with American and British English pronunciations. In American English, it is pronounced as jih-lee-AN (/dʒɪˈliːən/), while in British English, it is also pronounced as jih-lee-AN (/dʒɪˈliːn/). This name is a variation of the more commonly known name Jillian.

Jillianne has been given to a small number of newborns in the United States over recent years. In 2016, there were 5 occurrences of this name, ranking at number 16,199. The popularity of Jillianne has fluctuated over time, with the highest rank being in 2009 at number 8,052.

The origin of the name Jillianne is derived from the feminine form of Julian, which itself comes from the Roman Julianus meaning "youthful" or "downy-bearded". As such, Jillianne carries associations of youthfulness and vitality. It's a beautiful choice for parents looking for a unique and sophisticated name for their baby girl.

Pronunciation

American English

  • Pronunced as jih-lee-AN (/dʒɪˈliːən/)

British English

  • Pronunced as jih-lee-AN (/dʒɪˈliːn/)

U.S. Popularity Chart

Notable People Named Jillianne

Jillianne Reay Code is a Canadian researcher and learning scientist, serving as an associate professor at the University of British Columbia and director of the ALIVE research lab.
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