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Spanish Names that Start With G

Nameberry
By Nameberry
Updated Tue Oct 01 2024
  1. Gabriella

    • Origin:

      Italian feminine variation of Gabriel

    • Meaning:

      "God is my strength"

    • Description:

      Gabriella is the feminine form of Gabriel, a name derived from the Hebrew Gavri’el. Gavri’el is composed of the elements gever, meaning "strong," and ’el, referring to God. Gabriella is used among a variety of cultures in the US, including Italian Americans, Latinos, and in the Jewish community. Gabriela is the Spanish spelling.
  2. Gabriela

    • Origin:

      Italian and Spanish, feminine variation of Gabriel

    • Meaning:

      "God is my strength"

    • Description:

      This strong yet graceful feminine form of Gabriel is a modern favorite. The double L spelling is given to more than three times as many girls as the Gabriela version.
  3. Gui

    • Origin:

      Short form of Guillermo, Spanish form of William

    • Meaning:

      "resolute protection"

    • Description:

      It's tempting to think of Gui as the Spanish form of Guy, but it's short for Guillermo.
  4. Gina

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Regina, Angelina, Luigina, Georgina, Eugenia, Virginia and similar

    • Description:

      A short form for a whole variety of names, this short form has been used across Europe as a stand-alone since the 1920s. It spiked in popularity in the 1950s, owing to the fame of Italian actress Gina Lollobrigida but faded out of use in the 2000s. A sweet and sparky name akin to Nina and Mina, some parents in English speaking countries may be concerned about teasing potential, though it was still given to around 115 girls in the US in a recent year. Popular in Spain, it is borne by martial artist Gina Carano, and actresses Gina Gershon, Gina Rodriguez, Gina Torres, and Gina McKee.
  5. Georgina

    • Origin:

      English, feminine variation of George

    • Meaning:

      "farmer"

    • Description:

      Now more popular than Georgiana in Britain, this elegant Dickens. Jane Austen name deserves attention. Most American parents prefer Georgia to Georgina or any other feminization of George.
  6. Gil

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "happiness"

    • Description:

      Pronounced zheel, it's a dashing conquistador; as gill, it's the nice and slightly boring guy down the street.
  7. Guadalupe

    • Origin:

      Spanish from Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "hidden river, valley of the wolves"

    • Description:

      Popular Spanish name that relates to the patron saint of Mexico. It could conceivably, like Soledad and Consuelo, cross the border into multicultural territory, but the name's decline since the nineties would seem to make that less likely.
  8. Guillermo

    • Origin:

      Spanish variation of William

    • Description:

      As with Guillaume (see above), Liam, Willem, and Wilhelm, everyday Williams in their own countries, Guillermo is a captivating possibility here. Giermo, Gigermo, Gijermo, Gillermo, Gillirmo, Giyermo, Guermillo, Guiermo Guilermón, Guille, Guillelmo, Guillermino, Guillo, Guirmo, Gullermo, Llermo, Memo, Quillermo.
  9. Gustavo

    • Origin:

      Latinate variation of Gustav

    • Description:

      Well used in the Latino and Italian-American communities.
  10. Gru

    • Description:

      Gru is an unusual masculine name that gained recognition primarily through the main character in the animated film series 'Despicable Me.' Before this cultural reference, the name had very limited usage globally. It may have origins as a shortened form of Eastern European surnames or as a nickname in several cultures. The name is extremely rare as a given name but has seen occasional use since the film's popularity beginning in 2010. Gru has a distinctive brevity that makes it memorable, with just one syllable and three letters. While some parents might choose it for its association with the reformed villain character known for his intelligence and eventual kindness, its rarity suggests most families still consider it too closely tied to the fictional character for mainstream use.

  11. Gonzalo

    • Origin:

      Spanish from German

    • Meaning:

      "saved from combat"

    • Description:

      Popular among Hispanic parents, it explains the source of the nickname Gonzo.
  12. Genoveva

    • Origin:

      Variation of Genevieve or Geneva, French

    • Meaning:

      "tribe woman or juniper"

    • Description:

      The rare name Genoveva might be thought of as a variation of the French names Genevieve or Geneva, which have different roots and meanings. An unusual, pretty choice.
  13. Graciela

    • Origin:

      Spanish

    • Meaning:

      "grace"

    • Description:

      A sparky and feminine elaboration on Gracia, Spanish for "grace".
  14. Gracia

    • Origin:

      Spanish variation of Grace

    • Description:

      Although Gracia is the literal Spanish translation of Grace and is used as the Grace equivalent in Spanish-speaking countries, where it's pronounced grah-see-ah or grah-thee-ah, it's also a long-time if unusual Grace variation pronounced gray-sha. You might consider Gracia if Grace is getting too commonplace for you.
  15. Guillermina

    • Description:

      Guillermina is the feminine Spanish form of Wilhelm, which derives from Germanic elements meaning 'will' or 'determination' and 'helmet' or 'protection.' This elegant name carries a sense of strength and nobility. Popular throughout Spanish-speaking countries, particularly in Mexico and Argentina, Guillermina offers common nicknames like Mina, Guille, or Gema. The name exudes a classic, sophisticated quality while remaining approachable. Though less common in English-speaking regions, Guillermina has endured as a traditional choice that connects to Spanish heritage while offering the appeal of both formal elegance and cute nickname options.
  16. Gofredo

    • Description:

      Gofredo is a masculine name with Italian and Spanish roots, derived from the Germanic name Gottfried, which combines elements meaning "god" and "peace." It's the southern European equivalent of Godfrey or Geoffrey in English. Historically associated with nobility in medieval Europe, Gofredo carries a distinguished and somewhat aristocratic air. While not widely used in modern times, the name maintains popularity in some traditional Italian and Spanish communities. Gofredo offers parents seeking a name with historical depth a distinctive option that combines religious significance with a melodic quality characteristic of Romance languages.

  17. Galo

    • Origin:

      Spanish from Latin

    • Meaning:

      "from Gaul"

    • Description:

      Hispanic name of two saints, celebrated on July 1 and October 16.
  18. Gaspar

    • Origin:

      Spanish variation of Casper, Dutch form of Jasper, Persian

    • Meaning:

      "bringer of treasure"

    • Description:

      The name of one of the Three Wise Men from the East is heard in several European countries, but rarely in the US. Last year about 50 baby boys were named Gaspar in the US vs. about 200 named Casper, still haunted for some by the cartoon ghost. Root name Jasper is by far the most popular of the group.
  19. Galeno

    • Description:

      Galeno is a masculine name derived from the ancient Greek name Galenos, meaning 'calm' or 'tranquil.' It gained historical significance through Galen (Claudius Galenus), the renowned Greek physician whose medical teachings influenced Western medicine for centuries. The name has maintained modest usage in Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese-speaking regions, where it's appreciated for its classical roots and melodic sound. Galeno carries an intellectual, scholarly connotation due to its connection to the historical figure, while also conveying a sense of peace through its original meaning. The name's smooth pronunciation and ending with the popular 'o' sound gives it a masculine yet gentle quality that crosses cultural boundaries while remaining relatively uncommon in most regions.
  20. Gerardo

    • Origin:

      Spanish variation of Gerard

    • Description:

      Widely used in the Latino community, the name gained renown in the nineties for its association with rapper Gerardo Mejía of 'Rico Suave' fame.