Jill Ricketts

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Jill Ricketts — English
220K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
Advertisement

Jill Ricketts 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 Ricketts: Abdy Ricketts (1905–1993), British Army officer Alfred Ricketts (born 1870), English golfer Anthony Ricketts (born 1979), Australian squash player Arthur Ricketts, (1913–2000), English cricketer Bertha Louise Ricketts, original name of Cid Ricketts Sumner (1890–1970), American novelist Bob Ricketts (1885–1936), American musician and composer Bobby Ricketts, American saxophonist Cara Ricketts, Canadian actress Catherine Ricketts (1841–1907), English missionary C'eira Ricketts (born 1990), American basketball player Charles Ricketts (1876–1931), British artist and illustrator Charles Spencer Ric. 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: Ricketts

English

Abdy Ricketts (1905–1993), British Army officer Alfred Ricketts (born 1870), English golfer Anthony Ricketts (born 1979), Australian squash player Arthur Ricketts, (1913–2000), English cricketer Bertha Louise Ricketts, original name of Cid Ricketts Sumner (1890–1970), American novelist Bob Ricketts (1885–1936), American musician and composer Bobby Ricketts, American saxophonist Cara Ricketts, Canadian actress Catherine Ricketts (1841–1907), English missionary C'eira Ricketts (born 1990), American basketball player Charles Ricketts (1876–1931), British artist and illustrator Charles Spencer Ric.

Advertisement

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:

1900s
1910s
1920s
1930s
1940s
1950s
1960s
1970s
1980s
1990s
2000s
2010s
2020s
Advertisement

Notable People Named Jill Ricketts

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 Ricketts:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

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 Ricketts?
The surname Ricketts originates from English. Abdy Ricketts (1905–1993), British Army officer Alfred Ricketts (born 1870), English golfer Anthony Ricketts (born 1979), Australian squash player Arthur Ricketts, (1913–2000), English cricketer Bertha Louise Ricketts, original name of Cid Ricketts Sumner (1890–1970), American novelist Bob Ricketts (1885–1936), American musician and composer Bobby Ricketts, American saxophonist Cara Ricketts, Canadian actress Catherine Ricketts (1841–1907), English missionary C'eira Ricketts (born 1990), American basketball player Charles Ricketts (1876–1931), British artist and illustrator Charles Spencer Ric.
How common is the surname Ricketts?
The surname Ricketts is shared by approximately 13K people worldwide.
Advertisement