Female and male first names beginning with the letter “G”..
GALISA
FemaleRare Latin-derived name meaning "helmet" or "hood," originating from medieval Spain, typically pronounced as "ga-LEE-sa.
GALIT
FemaleHebrew female name derived from the root verb "galah," meaning "to wave or roll." It signifies wavy or rolling movements and has historical significance as it was named after an ancient region in Israel known for its fertility.
GALIYAH
FemaleUnique Arabic given name derived from "ghalib," meaning "victorious," associated with strength and courage.
GALLAGHER
MaleIrish surname meaning "foreign helper," derived from Gall-chara and historically associated with Scottish settlers.
GALLIE
FemaleRare Latin-derived name meaning 'land of the Gauls' or 'land of the brave ones', honoring French and Irish heritage.
GALLOWAY
MaleScottish surname derived from the Gaelic 'Gall-abaidh', meaning 'foreign helper' or 'stranger'.
GALO
MaleUnique Spanish name meaning 'rooster', derived from the Late Latin word "gallus".
GALON
MaleWelsh male given name derived from the word 'galan', meaning 'calm'. It signifies tranquility and is historically associated with Welsh nobility.
GALVESTER
MaleRare 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
MaleAmerican 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.
GALVIN
MaleAncient Irish surname derived from Ó Gallchobhair, believed to mean 'strife' or 'shining appearance'. It originated in County Mayo, Ireland, and was historically carried by notable families like the O'Gallchobhairs, hereditary physicians to High Kings. Today, Galvin is found worldwide but remains uncommon in Ireland.
GALYA
FemaleUnique and beautiful Slavic female name derived from "galka," meaning "magpie," symbolizing intelligence and adaptability.
GALYLEA
FemaleRare Greek name derived from "galene" meaning calm/serene and "elaia" referring to the olive tree, symbolizing peace and prosperity.
GALYN
FemaleRare Welsh female given name derived from "Gwalch," meaning "hawk," and is associated with strength and grace.
GALYN
MaleWelsh 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
FemaleRare Irish name derived from Gallan meaning 'stranger', originally used as a nickname for travelers and now passed down through generations in County Tyrone.
GAMAL
MaleEgyptian male name derived from Arabic 'Jamal', meaning 'beauty'.
GAMALIEL
MaleHebrew name derived from "gamal" meaning "camel" and "El" meaning "God," translating to "God is my reward." Historically, Gamaliel was borne by prominent Jewish scholars like Rabbi Gamaliel I, making it associated with wisdom and learning. Today, it's popular among diverse cultures as a unisex name symbolizing knowledge, wisdom, and divine reward.
GAMALIER
MaleGamaliel is a unique Hebrew boy's name meaning "God is my reward," historically significant as the teacher of Saint Paul.
GAMARI
MaleAfrican name of Yoruba origin meaning "the one who causes thunder," symbolizing power and influence.
GAMBIT
MaleAfrican-derived given name meaning 'river' in Mandinka, gaining popularity through its association with Marvel's X-Men character Remy LeBeau.
GAMBLE
MaleEnglish given name derived from the Middle English word 'gambol', meaning 'to play or take risks'. It was originally used as a nickname for adventurous individuals in medieval England, but has since evolved into a formal given name. Today, it is relatively uncommon yet increasingly popular due to its unique origin and modern sound.
GAMBLE
FemaleRare American given name derived from the occupational surname Gamble, which originally referred to gamblers or those connected to gambling activities.
GAMEL
MaleArabic given name originally used as an honorific title, signifying nobility and grace, though its exact origin remains debated.
GAMES
MaleUnconventional 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.
GAMILA
FemaleArabic-origin name meaning 'camel', popularized by Tawfiq al-Hakim's novel featuring a strong-willed protagonist. It symbolizes female empowerment and resilience, although it's more commonly used among non-Arabic speakers influenced by Middle Eastern culture or literature.
GAMIR
MaleDistinctive Hebrew name, derived from 'gamal' meaning 'camel', symbolizing strength and endurance.
GAMORA
FemaleDistinctive and intriguing female name of unknown origin, possibly derived from Native American or African roots, or created by J.R.R. Tolkien for his Middle-earth legendarium. Its meaning remains uncertain but is thought to relate to having many enemies or being exalted above others. Despite its unclear history, Gamora has gained popularity due to its association with powerful characters in popular culture, such as the green-skinned warrior princess from Marvel Comics and the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
GAMYA
FemaleIndian name meaning 'to go' or 'proceed', symbolizing movement and progress. It has historic significance as the daughter of King Yayati in Hindu mythology, known for her love, devotion, and sacrifice.
GANA
FemaleAfrican name of Akan origin, meaning 'Wednesday' in Twi, traditionally given to girls born on that day, symbolizing creativity, intelligence, and strong leadership.
GANAE
FemaleSwahili name meaning victory or success.
GANAJAH
FemaleGanajah, of Hebrew origin, means 'God is gracious' or 'God has favored', derived from 'gan' (garden) and 'ajah'.
GANDALF
MaleAncient Germanic name meaning 'staff-wolf'.
GANDOLFO
MaleItalian 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.
GANEEV
FemaleUnique Indian name derived from Sanskrit 'Ganesh', meaning 'lord of hosts' or 'leader of the multitude'.
GANELL
FemaleAkan African name meaning 'one who resembles another'.
GANELLE
FemaleDistinctive female name of African origin, specifically from the Congo Basin region, meaning 'God is merciful' or 'to protect', reflecting strength and spirituality.
GANESA
FemaleIndian 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.
GANESH
MaleSanskrit male given name meaning "Lord of the Group" or "Lord of Hosts," derived from "gana" (group) and "isha" (lord), deeply rooted in Hindu mythology as the elephant-headed god of wisdom and obstacle removal.
GANESSA
FemaleItalian feminine name derived from the Latin word "caneus," meaning watchful or attentive, not directly related to dogs. It has a rich history associated with notable figures like Saint Ganesa, a Christian martyr, and Ganessa di Scorziate, a philanthropic Italian noblewoman.