Pronunciation: [ɡˈɪlmə] (IPA) 
The spelling of "Gilmour" is relatively straightforward. It is pronounced as "ɡɪlmɔːr" in IPA phonetic transcription. The first syllable "gil" is pronounced with a soft "g" sound as in "girl". The second syllable "mour" is pronounced with an "or" sound as in "more". The letter "o" in the second syllable is silent. The name "Gilmour" is of Scottish origin and it means "servant of the Virgin Mary". It is commonly used as a last name.
Gilmour is a proper noun that primarily refers to a surname of Scottish origin. It is derived from the Gaelic words "giolla moire," which translates to "servant of the Virgin Mary." Gilmour is an anglicized version of this original Gaelic name.
As a surname, Gilmour typically indicates a family's ancestral connection to the region of Gilmour or Gilmerton in Scotland. It is most commonly found in Scotland, but it has also spread to other English-speaking countries due to migration and diaspora.
Gilmour may also refer to individuals with the given name Gilmour. This usage is less common, as it is more commonly seen as a surname rather than a given name.
In addition to its use as a personal name, Gilmour is occasionally used in other contexts, such as place names or brands. For example, there are several streets, parks, and buildings named Gilmour in various locations. It may also be used as a brand name for products in industries such as music, where famous personalities like David Gilmour, an accomplished British musician, have popularized the name.
Overall, the term "Gilmour" represents a surname of Scottish origin that denotes ancestral connections to the Gilmour or Gilmerton region. It may also be used as a given name or in relation to place names or brands.
The surname "Gilmour" is derived from the Scottish Gaelic name "MacGille Mhoire", which means "son of the servant of the Virgin Mary". The Gaelic prefix "Mac" means "son of", while "Gille Mhoire" is a combination of "Gille" meaning "servant" and "Mhoire" meaning "Mary". Over time, the name MacGille Mhoire evolved and Anglicized to "Gilmour". It is a patronymic surname, meaning it signifies a family's ancestry or descent from an individual. The name has variations like MacGillemore and MacGiolla Mhuire.
