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Giles
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  • Used in: 3 countries

Origin: Ancient Greek

Medieval English form of Old French saints' name Giles, modern Gilles, an altered form of Latin Aegīdius, from Ancient Greek Αἰγίδιος (Aigídios), derivative of αἰγίδιον (aigídion, “kid, young goat”).

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United States Giles Listen Favorite Share Copy

Rank #805
Frequency 39,002 people (14.46 per 100k)
Ethnic Distribution
White 67.59% Hispanic 3.77% Black 26.14% Asian/PI 0.35% Native Am. 0.5% Two+ 1.65%

United Kingdom Giles Listen Favorite Share Copy

Rank #1921
Frequency 0.03% of population

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