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Help[Opinions] Re: Gillian and Gemma
in reply to a message by Lily
I prefer Gemma to Gillian, but both are nice names. I like Gillian better than Jillian. While Jillian has a friendly vibe that I like, Gillian seems more sophisticated and refined. I agree that Gillian seems more romantic.
As for Gemma, no, I don't think that it's too common in the U.S. It's still outside of the top 400, but it has been rising quickly over the past few years. I'd keep a close eye on its popularity just in case; the increase could slow down, though.
Gemma might be mispronounced, but "gem" is a very well-known word, so that should help. Since Gemma is more obscure than Emma, some people will probably forget her name and call her Emma by mistake, but how often this will happen is hard to predict; it depends on the people she is around and how good they are at remembering names. I'd say it would happen at least on occasion, but I don't think that it's a reason to avoid the name completely if you really love it. People could also become confused and call her Genevieve, Jenna, Jennifer, or even Jessica. Name confusion happens even with popular and well-known names; an Adam might be called Aaron, a Matthew might be called Michael, etc.
Gemma and Gillian sound the like names of sophisticated, well-educated, and friendly girls.
As for Gemma, no, I don't think that it's too common in the U.S. It's still outside of the top 400, but it has been rising quickly over the past few years. I'd keep a close eye on its popularity just in case; the increase could slow down, though.
Gemma might be mispronounced, but "gem" is a very well-known word, so that should help. Since Gemma is more obscure than Emma, some people will probably forget her name and call her Emma by mistake, but how often this will happen is hard to predict; it depends on the people she is around and how good they are at remembering names. I'd say it would happen at least on occasion, but I don't think that it's a reason to avoid the name completely if you really love it. People could also become confused and call her Genevieve, Jenna, Jennifer, or even Jessica. Name confusion happens even with popular and well-known names; an Adam might be called Aaron, a Matthew might be called Michael, etc.
Gemma and Gillian sound the like names of sophisticated, well-educated, and friendly girls.
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