Name Profile
Gilead
"monument of testimony" — Biblical origin
BoyBiblical2 syllables
About Gilead
Gilead appears in U.S. Social Security baby-name records. Gilead has Biblical origin. The name is commonly interpreted as "monument of testimony."
Quick Facts
GenderBoy
OriginBiblical
PronunciationGilead
Syllables2
Nicknames for Gilead
GileGilGilieGilyLead
Popularity in the U.S.
Gilead is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 boys.. Parents often choose Gilead for its clear pronunciation and classic style.
Gilead had — births in .
Middle Name Ideas
- Gilead James
- Gilead Alexander
- Gilead Reid
More Names Like Gilead
BoyBiblical
Emmanuel
God is with us
View profile →
BoyBiblical
Judah
Not available in SSA source data.
View profile →
BoyBiblical
Tobias
Not available in SSA source data.
View profile →
BoyBiblical
Gideon
feller
View profile →
BoyBiblical
Saul
Not available in SSA source data.
View profile →
BoyBiblical
Nehemiah
comforted by YAHWEH
View profile →
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Gilead mean?
Gilead means "monument of testimony" and is commonly associated with Biblical roots.
Is Gilead a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Yes. Gilead is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 boys..
How is Gilead pronounced?
A common pronunciation is Gilead.
What are common nicknames for Gilead?
Popular nicknames include Gile, Gil, Gilie, Gily, Lead.