About Gilet
The surname Gilet is of French origin and is derived from the Old French word "gilet," meaning "vest" or "waistcoat." It is believed to have originally been an occupational name for someone who made or sold vests. The name Gilet may also have been used as a nickname for someone who frequently wore a vest or had a distinctive vest-like appearance. Over time, the surname Gilet has spread beyond France and can be found in various parts of the world.
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The surname Gilet is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Gilet based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Gilet is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Gilet in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Gilet using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.