Gilliam

Gilliam is a surname and a place name. It is of English origin and has several spelling variants, including Gillam and Gillham. The name is used in various contexts in the United States.

Notable people with the surname include Terry Gilliam (born 1940), an American-born British filmmaker and member of Monty Python, known for directing and producing films such as Brazil, The Fisher King, and 12 Monkeys. John Gilliam (born 1943) is a former American football wide receiver who played in the NFL during the late 1960s and early 1970s.

Gilliam County is a county in Oregon, United States. The name also appears in other localities and historical references.

Variants of the name include Gillam and Gillham, which appear in genealogical and historical records. The surname is encountered in contemporary usage across English-speaking regions and can be found in biographical and demographic contexts.