Gilad is of Hebrew origin, meaning 'young goat'. It's a traditionally masculine given name, popular among Jewish families due to its biblical roots and significance. The name Gilad is often associated with the biblical figure Gilboa, known as the site where Saul was mortally wounded.
The name Gilad had its peak popularity between the years 1992 to 1995 with consistently high birth numbers, reaching double digits each year. The most recent years show a decline in popularity, with only 7 births recorded in both 2016 and 2021. Overall, there have been 330 babies named Gilad since 1969.