Giles

Boy

Origin: Greek · English

Meaning

“young goat or shield bearer”

Cultural Notes

Saint Giles is one of the Fourteen Holy Helpers and patron saint of Edinburgh, Scotland.

Popularity

Rarity: rare
Peak decade: 1950s
Community likes: 0

Famous People Named Giles

  • Giles Coren

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