Giles - Last Names

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Giles

/ˈdʒaɪlz/

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Uncommon

Meaning

From the personal name Giles, meaning 'young goat' or 'kid'

Symbolizes agility, humility, and resilience, often associated with pastoral imagery and early Christian asceticism through Saint Giles.

Symbolism

Embodies spiritual devotion, protection of the vulnerable, and a connection to nature through its association with goats and wilderness saints.

Etymology: Derived from the Late Latin name Aegidius, itself from Greek 'aigis' meaning 'goat' or 'protection'; used as a byname for Saint Giles, a 7th-century hermit saint venerated in France and England.

Style & Origin

traditional
vintage retro
english

Cultural Background

Of English origin, derived from a medieval given name introduced by the Normans, Giles has long been

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