Jill is a popular given name of English origin, derived from the French name 'Gilliane', which itself stems from the Germanic word 'Gisil'. It gained prominence during the mid-20th century and has since been a widely recognized name in the English-speaking world. The name Jill has no specific meaning or associated traits, allowing for individuals bearing this name to forge their own identities.
"The name Jill was quite popular during the mid-20th century, with peaks in the late 50s to early 60s and again in the late 70s. However, it seems its popularity started declining from the early 80s onwards."