Meaning and origin
Jilly is a English girl name. The meaning of the name is `Downy Haired`.
Where is it used? The name Jilly is mainly used in English.
How do they say it elsewhere? Gillian (In English)
See also In English: Jillie (F) In English: Jill (F)
Extra information: From Old English.
What Jilly`s say about their name
The best thing about the name Jilly: Very rare and unique, I'm the only Jilly I've ever encountered.
The worst thing about the name: Can be mispelt as Gilly. Or mislengthened to Gillian/Jillian. Or misshortened to Jill/Gill.
If my name wasn`t Jilly....: I would still like the name, I think it has a cute sound to it. Great for girls, or fun-loving women.
Extra information: The name meaning is somewhat true, my hair is fine and very soft.