TheNameDBGill
UnisexMeaning
A ravine or narrow valley, derived from Old English or Old Norse roots.
Etymology
Gill is derived from Old Norse 'gil' or Old English 'gylle,' both meaning a ravine or narrow valley. The name originated as a topographic surname for someone living near such a geographical feature.
About the Name Gill
Gill is primarily a surname but has been used as a given name, particularly in Scottish and Northern English contexts. It can be used for any gender and carries associations with natural geography and landscape features.