About Gilles
The name Gilles is of French origin and is derived from the Latin name Aegidius, meaning "shield" or "protector." It is a masculine name that carries connotations of strength, bravery, and guardianship. People named Gilles are often seen as reliable, loyal, and dependable individuals who are willing to stand up for others and offer support and protection when needed.
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Most individuals with the name Gilles are male.
The popularity of the name has increased by 20% over the past year.
Here's how to represent Gilles in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Gilles using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.