Gayle
GirlGayle is a girl's name of English (from Hebrew) origin meaning "Variant of Gail, a short form of Abigail meaning my father is joy.". It is pronounced GAYL. Today it is a popular name (popularity 94/100) and fading.
English (from Hebrew) origin · /GAYL/ · vintage
Meaning: Variant of Gail, a short form of Abigail meaning my father is joy.
Insights
Most popular in the 1950s.
Today, Gayle is one of the most common baby names (popularity 94/100).
It is less common today than at its historical peak.
Frequently asked questions about Gayle
What does Gayle mean?
Gayle means "Variant of Gail, a short form of Abigail meaning my father is joy.". It is of English (from Hebrew) origin.
Is Gayle a boy or girl name?
Gayle is traditionally a girl's name.
How popular is Gayle?
Gayle is one of the most common baby names, with a popularity score of 94/100. It was most popular in the 1950s.
How is Gayle pronounced?
Gayle is pronounced GAYL.
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