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Giles
BoyMeaning of Giles: Greek: derived from 'aigis', meaning 'young goat' or 'goat-skin shield'
Giles is a boy's name most strongly associated with Greek naming. It has 5 letters and 2 syllables, and it is a genuinely rare and unique choice — 6561st most popular boys' name in the United States in 2025 and 5119th in England & Wales.
US rank 2025
#6561
12 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
#5119
3 babies in 2024
US babies since 1880
4,732
First recorded 1880 · peak 1918
Trend
stable
Style: rare
Popularity over time
Gender split
100% boys · 0% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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