Female and male names most popular over the last 10 years - page 1933.
Gailya
Unique Hebrew name meaning 'wave' or 'surge', with significant appearances in Jewish texts like Kings and Talmud.
Gailyn
Scottish name derived from "Gille Eoghann," meaning "servant of St. John.
Gailynn
Rare Scottish female given name derived from the surname Gaelic, meaning "from Scotland" or "Scottish person.
Gains
Uncertain origin but it could derive from either the medieval name Gaius or the Old French word "gaain," meaning profit or gain, with possible associations to prosperity and abundance.
Gaither
Rare yet historically significant male given name originating from Old English "Gæðhere", combining the meanings of 'goat' and 'hare'.
Gaither
African-American given name with origins traced back to the West African name "Kai-there," meaning "wisdom comes." It has been popular among African Americans since the mid-20th century and is considered a strong, powerful unisex name suitable for both boys and girls.
Gaitlin
Uncommon Irish name meaning "son of the stranger," originally used as both a given name and surname in medieval Ireland.
Gaje
Distinctive African male name popular among the Igbo people of Nigeria, meaning "to hold in high esteem" and often associated with strength and wisdom.
Gajuan
Rare Native American name from the Choctaw tribe meaning "white hawk".
Gal
Rare Hebrew boy's name derived from 'galeyl', meaning 'wave'. It signifies strength, has biblical roots, and is associated with music.
Galan
Welsh name meaning 'calm' or 'peaceful', popularized by medieval prince Galan ap Iorwerth of Gwynedd.
Galatea
Rare, elegant Greek-derived name meaning "milk-white," associated with sea nymphs, notable artists like Galatea di Giovanni, opera singer Galatea Ranzi, and literary character Dulcinea del Toboso in Don Quixote.
Galathia
Rare yet captivating Greek female name meaning 'milk', associated with the nurturing goddess Hera.
Galatia
Rare, Latin-derived name of ancient Celtic origin, meaning 'from Gaul' or 'French', historically linked to the Roman province of Galatia in modern-day Turkey.
Galen
Distinctively Greek male given name meaning 'calm' or 'serene', inspired by renowned physician Claudius Galenus of Pergamon, connoting intelligence and wisdom.
Galene
Greek-origin name derived from 'galēnē', meaning 'calm' or 'tranquil'.
Galicia
Unique female given name of Spanish origin, derived from the historic Celtic region in northwest Spain, meaning "land of the Gauls.
Galin
Bulgarian male given name with a rich history dating back centuries. Derived from the Slavic element "gal" meaning 'calm', it signifies peace and tranquility. Notable figures like Galin Tihanov and Galin Stoev have carried this name proudly, making significant contributions to Bulgaria's cultural and sporting landscapes respectively.
Galinda
Rare, captivating name of Latin origin derived from "galerus," meaning "calf.
Galisa
Rare Latin-derived name meaning "helmet" or "hood," originating from medieval Spain, typically pronounced as "ga-LEE-sa.
Gallie
Rare Latin-derived name meaning 'land of the Gauls' or 'land of the brave ones', honoring French and Irish heritage.
Galon
Welsh male given name derived from the word 'galan', meaning 'calm'. It signifies tranquility and is historically associated with Welsh nobility.
Galvester
Rare Spanish name meaning "to shine brightly," popularized during the medieval period to denote brilliance and luminosity, reflecting ancient beliefs about stars' influence on personality.
Galveston
American given name derived from the city of Galveston, Texas. It signifies strength and endurance, reflecting the city's history of withstanding storms. The name evokes images of the sea, beaches, and ocean breeze.
Galyn
Rare Welsh female given name derived from "Gwalch," meaning "hawk," and is associated with strength and grace.
Galyn
Welsh name derived from "Galaeth," meaning calm or serene. It was popular among medieval Welsh poets like Galyn ap Einion and remains distinctive today despite global popularity.
Galynn
Rare Irish name derived from Gallan meaning 'stranger', originally used as a nickname for travelers and now passed down through generations in County Tyrone.
Gamari
African name of Yoruba origin meaning "the one who causes thunder," symbolizing power and influence.
Gamble
Rare American given name derived from the occupational surname Gamble, which originally referred to gamblers or those connected to gambling activities.
Gamel
Arabic given name originally used as an honorific title, signifying nobility and grace, though its exact origin remains debated.
Games
Unconventional name of unknown origin, popularized by American artist Kenneth Anger in the mid-20th century as his stage name. Its meaning remains open to interpretation.
Gamir
Distinctive Hebrew name, derived from 'gamal' meaning 'camel', symbolizing strength and endurance.
Ganae
Swahili name meaning victory or success.
Ganajah
Ganajah, of Hebrew origin, means 'God is gracious' or 'God has favored', derived from 'gan' (garden) and 'ajah'.
Gandalf
Ancient Germanic name meaning 'staff-wolf'.
Gandolfo
Italian male given name of Germanic origin, derived from the Frankish name Gundolphus. It combines two elements: "gund", meaning "war", and "wulf", translating to "wolf". Thus, Gandolfo means "battle wolf". The name became popular in Italy during the Middle Ages, possibly due to its association with Saint Gundolph. Today, it is a less common but distinctly Italian name.
Ganell
Akan African name meaning 'one who resembles another'.
Ganelle
Distinctive female name of African origin, specifically from the Congo Basin region, meaning 'God is merciful' or 'to protect', reflecting strength and spirituality.
Ganesa
Indian name derived from the Sanskrit word 'gana', meaning 'group' or 'horde'. In Hindu mythology, it is the name of Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed deity symbolizing wisdom and intelligence.
Gania
Ghanaian Akan name that translates to "one who brings happiness.