Gilmer - name meaning, origin

The boy's name Gilmer \

is of Old English origin, and its meaning is "renowned hostage".

Baby names that sound like Gilmer are Gilmore and Gilmour. Other similar baby names are Ailmer, Filmer and Wilmer.

Gilmer is an uncommon first name for men but a very common last name for both men and women (#4606 out of 88799). (1990 U.S. Census)

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