Giles Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
Greek
Gender Distribution:
100% Masculine / 0% Feminine
Meaning:
The name Giles means 'shield bearer'.
Meaning of the Name Giles
Giles is a name of Greek origin that means 'shield bearer'. It is derived from the Greek word 'aigis' which refers to the protective shield carried by Zeus and Athena. In Greek mythology, Giles was a famous warrior known for his courage and skill in battle. The name Giles has a rich history and is often associated with strength and protection.
Popularity of the Name Giles
The popularity for the name Giles peaked in popularity in the year 1918 with 86 births, which ranked number 1,437 out of 9,303 unique names for that year. Giles had the most male births in 1918 with 86, which ranked number 667 out of 4,813 male names. The number of births for the name Giles has declined sharply over the last ten years from 25 births to 13 births, a decline of -48.00%. Among males, Giles has declined sharply in popularity over the last ten years from 25 births to 13 births, a decline of -48.00%.
Nationwide Popularity of Giles
- 20 Year Trend of Giles: -31.58%
- 10 Year Trend of Giles: -48.00%
- 10 Year Male Trend of Giles: -48.00%
Popularity of Giles by State
We have no state ranking data available for the name Giles. This means no states recorded more than 5 births for Giles in the most recent calendar year. If you are looking for a rare or unique name, Giles is a great pick!
2024 Popularity Projections for Giles
- Total Births of Giles: 12 (-6.33%)
- Male Births of Giles: 12 (-6.33%)
Given the downward trend of Giles over the last 10 years, we expect this to continue in 2024 with roughly a -6.33% decrease in total births, for a total of 12 births in 2024. Male births for Giles have been decreasing over the past decade, so we anticipate roughly 12 male births in 2024, a decrease of -6.33%.