jills

Jills is the plural form of Jill, a feminine given name widely used in English-speaking countries. Jill is often a diminutive of Gillian or related names, and it gained popularity as a standalone name in the 18th and 19th centuries, continuing into modern times. The name is closely associated with variants such as Jillian, Gillian, Gill, and Juliana in various spellings and forms.

As a proper noun, jills refers to multiple people named Jill. Notable individuals named Jill include Jill Biden, the First Lady of the United States, and Jill Stein, a physician and former Green Party presidential candidate. Beyond real people, the name appears in fiction and media, contributing to its recognition in popular culture. The plural form can be used when discussing groups of people who share the name.

Cultural references and usage are common in English literature and folklore. The name Jill is also recognizable from the nursery rhyme Jack and Jill, where Jill is a central character. Over time, Jill has remained a familiar and versatile given name, used across generations and various media. Variants such as Jillian, Gillian, and Gill reflect the name’s linguistic evolution and regional preferences.