GILLES
Gilles
Gilles is a surname of French origin, commonly found in Britain due to historical connections between the two countries. The surname Gilles is believed to have originally been a given name, derived from the Latin name "Aegidius" meaning "shield" or "protection". It is said to have been introduced to Britain after the Norman Conquest in 1066.
Those bearing the surname Gilles can be found across various parts of the United Kingdom, with concentrations in regions influenced by Norman settlements and interactions. Over the centuries, bearers of the surname Gilles have contributed to a wide range of professions and endeavours, from arts and sciences to commerce and industry.
Historically, the Gilles surname may have undergone variations in spelling and pronunciation, reflecting regional dialects and influences. Family histories and genealogical records often provide insights into the specific branches and lineages of the Gilles surname within the British Isles.
As with many surnames, individuals bearing the surname Gilles may choose to explore their family ancestry and heritage through genealogical research, connecting with wider family networks and historical lineages. The name Gilles thus carries with it a rich tapestry of history, traditions, and familial connections within the British context.
There are approximately 169 people named Gilles in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Gilles.
Surname type: From given name or forename
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Anthony
- David
- Dean
- Francois
- Gregory
- John
- Joseph
- Mark
- Richard
- Robert
- Roger
- Salmon
Female
- Cathryn
- Christine
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Eve
- Helen
- Isabel
- Jessica
- June
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Rachel
- Valerie
Similar and related surnames
- Geales
- Geall
- Geals
- Geeles
- Geels
- Geil
- Geils
- Gelacio
- Gele
- Geleis
- Geles
- Gelis
- Gell
- Gelle
- Gelles
- Gellies
- Gellis
- Gells
- Geloso
- Gelsei
- Gielis
- Giels
- Gil
- Gilas
- Giles
- Gilet
- Gilies
- Gilis
- Gilius
- Gilkes
- Gill
- Gillace
- Gillans
- Gillas
- Gille
- Gilleas
- Gillece
- Gilleece
- Gilleese
- Gillesie
- Gilley
- Gillias
- Gillice
- Gillies
- Gillins
- Gillioz
- Gillis
- Gillison
- Gilliss
- Gillows
- Gills
- Gillus
- Gilly
- Gils
- Gilse
- Gilys
- Gyle
- Gyles
- Gyll
- Gylys
- Jalas
- Jalees
- Jales
- Jalisi
- Jealous
- Jealouse
- Jeals
- Jelassi
- Jeles
- Jelle
- Jelles
- Jelless
- Jellies
- Jellis
- Jelliss
- Jellous
- Jellows
- Jells
- Jewles
- Jewlies
- Jiels
- Jiles
- Jill
- Jills
- Joels
- Joiles
- Jolaoso
- Joles
- Jolesz
- Joleys
- Jolis
- Jolise
- Jollasse
- Jolles
- Jolleys
- Jollows
- Jollys
- Joules
- Jouls
- Jowles
- Jowls
- Joyles
- Juales
- Jules
- Julias
- Julies
- Julious
- Julius
- Jyles
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.