Gail

Girl

Gail is a girl's name of Hebrew (via English) origin meaning "Short form of Abigail, from Hebrew meaning my father is joy.". It is pronounced GAYL. Today it is a popular name (popularity 97/100) and fading.

Hebrew (via English) origin · /GAYL/ · vintage

Meaning: Short form of Abigail, from Hebrew meaning my father is joy.

Popularity 97/1001 syllablesPeaked 1951↓ Falling

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Frequently asked questions about Gail

What does Gail mean?

Gail means "Short form of Abigail, from Hebrew meaning my father is joy.". It is of Hebrew (via English) origin.

Is Gail a boy or girl name?

Gail is traditionally a girl's name.

How popular is Gail?

Gail is one of the most common baby names, with a popularity score of 97/100. It was most popular in the 1950s.

How is Gail pronounced?

Gail is pronounced GAYL.

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