Is Jil a boy or girl name?

Jil is a girl name. It belongs to the Makara rashi.

What is the rashi of the name Jil?

The rashi (moon sign) of the name Jil is Makara. Its nakshatra is Uttara Ashadha.

What is the numerology number of Jil?

The numerology number for the name Jil is 5. Numerology associates this number with specific personality traits and a distinct life path.

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Meaning of Jil

Pronunciation: Jil is pronounced JIL

About the Name Jil

Jil is a girl name with roots in Gujarati and Hindi culture. A modern Gujarati girl's name, perhaps from the Hindi 'jheel' (lake) or a borrowing of the English Jill; its source is uncertain.

In Hindu tradition, Jil is associated with the Makara rashi.

The numerology number for Jil is 5, reflecting the personality traits and characteristics associated with this name.

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Origin / Religiongujarati, hindi

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StyleShort & Modern

PopularityUncommon name in India (2025)

Details

Origin : gujarati, hindi

Gender : girl

Nakshatra : Uttara Ashadha

Rashi : Makara

Numerology : 5

Syllables : 1

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Etymology of Jil

A modern Gujarati girl's name whose source is uncertain. It is sometimes linked to Hindi 'jhil' (lake), and may also reflect the English name Jill.

Variants and related forms of Jil

Jill

Personality and Numerology of Jil

In numerology, the name Jil reduces to the number 5, which is most often linked to freedom, adventure, adaptability. A person carrying this vibration is often restless in the best way - curious about people and places, quick to learn, and energised by change rather than threatened by it. The name Jil also falls under the Makara rashi (moon sign), traditionally described as disciplined and ambitious, building patiently for the long term. Its associated nakshatra is Uttara Ashadha.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Jil mean in Hindi?: A modern Gujarati girl's name, perhaps from the Hindi 'jheel' (lake) or a borrowing of the English Jill; its source is uncertain.
What is the origin of the name Jil?: A modern Gujarati girl's name whose source is uncertain. It is sometimes linked to Hindi 'jhil' (lake), and may also reflect the English name Jill.
How do you pronounce Jil?: Jil is pronounced JIL.
Is Jil a boy or girl name?: Jil is a girl name. It belongs to the Makara rashi.
What is the rashi of the name Jil?: The rashi (moon sign) of the name Jil is Makara. Its nakshatra is Uttara Ashadha.
What is the numerology number of Jil?: The numerology number for the name Jil is 5. Numerology associates this number with specific personality traits and a distinct life path.

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