- Meaning:The name Gilligan is a male Celtic name. The name means Small Boy and is used in English speaking countries., The name Gilligan is a male Celtic name. The name means Small Boy and is used in English speaking countries.
- Gender:Boy
- Religion:Christianity
- Origin:Celtic
More About The Name Gilligan
The name Gilligan is of Irish origin and is derived from the Gaelic surname Ó Giollagáin, which means "descendant of Giolla Gáin." It is believed to have originated as a personal name meaning "servant of St. Gáin" or "little lad."
Read MoreAs a given name, Gilligan is quite rare and primarily used as a surname. However, it gained some recognition through the character "Gilligan" in the popular American television show "Gilligan's Island," which aired from 1964 to 1967.
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