Gae

French

"joyful"

Gae Origin and Meaning

The name Gae is a girl's name.

Gae is a feminine name with multiple potential origins. It may function as a short form of Gayle or Gail, which themselves derive from the Hebrew name Abigail, meaning 'father's joy.' Alternatively, it could relate to the Irish word 'gé' meaning 'goose,' which was sometimes used as a term of endearment. In some cases, it may be a variant spelling of Gay, which originally meant 'happy' or 'joyful' before its meaning evolved in modern usage. Gae saw modest usage in English-speaking countries during the mid-20th century but remains relatively uncommon. The name's brevity gives it a simple elegance, while its multiple cultural connections provide it with depth despite its short length.

Famous People Named Gae

• Gae Aulenti Italian architect and designer
• Gae Exton British ex,wife of actor Christopher Reeve
• Maddison Gae Elliott Australian Paralympic swimmer