Jill Mead

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Jill Mead — English
220K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Jill Mead is a name that combines English origins. The first name Jill is a feminine given name of English origin. Jill is an English feminine given name, often a short form of the name Gillian or Jillian, which in turn originated as a Middle English variant of Juliana. Jill was such a common name that it had an everygirl quality, as in the 15th century English nursery rhyme Jack and Jill. By the 17th century, the name had become a term for a "common street jade", implying promiscuous sexual behavior, and declined in usage in the Anglosphere. Usage of the name increased again in the 20th century. The name was most used in English-speaking countries from the 1930s to the 1970s. The surname Mead: Albert E. Mead (1861–1909), fifth Governor of U.S. state of Washington Albert R. Mead (1915–2009), American malacologist Andrea Mead Lawrence (1932–2009), American alpine skier and Olympic gold medalist Andrew Mead (born 1952), American justice Benjamin C. Mead (1873–1934), American lawyer Beth Mead (born 1995), English association footballer Bob Mead (born 1937), American politician Carver Mead (born 1934), U.S. computer scientist Cato Mead (c. Jill is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 220K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Jill reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Jill

English

Jill is an English feminine given name, often a short form of the name Gillian or Jillian, which in turn originated as a Middle English variant of Juliana. Jill was such a common name that it had an everygirl quality, as in the 15th century English nursery rhyme Jack and Jill. By the 17th century, the name had become a term for a "common street jade", implying promiscuous sexual behavior, and declined in usage in the Anglosphere. Usage of the name increased again in the 20th century. The name was most used in English-speaking countries from the 1930s to the 1970s.

Surname: Mead

English

Albert E. Mead (1861–1909), fifth Governor of U.S. state of Washington Albert R. Mead (1915–2009), American malacologist Andrea Mead Lawrence (1932–2009), American alpine skier and Olympic gold medalist Andrew Mead (born 1952), American justice Benjamin C. Mead (1873–1934), American lawyer Beth Mead (born 1995), English association footballer Bob Mead (born 1937), American politician Carver Mead (born 1934), U.S. computer scientist Cato Mead (c.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Jill is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Jill by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Jill Mead

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Jill Mead:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Jill?
The first name Jill originates from English. Jill is an English feminine given name, often a short form of the name Gillian or Jillian, which in turn originated as a Middle English variant of Juliana. Jill was such a common name that it had an everygirl quality, as in the 15th century English nursery rhyme Jack and Jill. By the 17th century, the name had become a term for a "common street jade", implying promiscuous sexual behavior, and declined in usage in the Anglosphere. Usage of the name increased again in the 20th century. The name was most used in English-speaking countries from the 1930s to the 1970s.
When was Jill most popular?
The name Jill reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Mead?
The surname Mead originates from English. Albert E. Mead (1861–1909), fifth Governor of U.S. state of Washington Albert R. Mead (1915–2009), American malacologist Andrea Mead Lawrence (1932–2009), American alpine skier and Olympic gold medalist Andrew Mead (born 1952), American justice Benjamin C. Mead (1873–1934), American lawyer Beth Mead (born 1995), English association footballer Bob Mead (born 1937), American politician Carver Mead (born 1934), U.S. computer scientist Cato Mead (c.
How common is the surname Mead?
The surname Mead is shared by approximately 23K people worldwide.
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