Gale

Girl

Gale is a girl's name of English/Hebrew origin meaning "A variant of Gail, a short form of Abigail meaning my father is joy, also associated with the English word for a strong wind.". It is pronounced GAYL. Today it is a popular name (popularity 91/100) and fading.

English/Hebrew origin · /GAYL/ · vintage

Meaning: A variant of Gail, a short form of Abigail meaning my father is joy, also associated with the English word for a strong wind.

Popularity 91/1001 syllablesPeaked 1957↓ Falling

Insights

Most popular in the 1950s.

Today, Gale is one of the most common baby names (popularity 91/100).

It is less common today than at its historical peak.

Frequently asked questions about Gale

What does Gale mean?

Gale means "A variant of Gail, a short form of Abigail meaning my father is joy, also associated with the English word for a strong wind.". It is of English/Hebrew origin.

Is Gale a boy or girl name?

Gale is traditionally a girl's name.

How popular is Gale?

Gale is one of the most common baby names, with a popularity score of 91/100. It was most popular in the 1950s.

How is Gale pronounced?

Gale is pronounced GAYL.

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