Gay
GirlGay is a girl's name of Old French origin meaning "From Old French gai meaning happy or cheerful.". It is pronounced GAY. Today it is a popular name (popularity 89/100) and fading.
Old French origin · /GAY/ · vintage
Meaning: From Old French gai meaning happy or cheerful.
Insights
Most popular in the 1950s.
Today, Gay is a popular, familiar name (popularity 89/100).
It is less common today than at its historical peak.
Frequently asked questions about Gay
What does Gay mean?
Gay means "From Old French gai meaning happy or cheerful.". It is of Old French origin.
Is Gay a boy or girl name?
Gay is traditionally a girl's name.
How popular is Gay?
Gay is a popular, familiar name, with a popularity score of 89/100. It was most popular in the 1950s.
How is Gay pronounced?
Gay is pronounced GAY.
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