Girls Names F Through J

Gabreil

Gabreil appears to be a variant spelling of Gabriel, which has Hebrew origins meaning 'God is my strength' or 'God's able-bodied one'. While Gabriel is traditionally masculine, this feminine…

Gael

Welsh

"wild"

Now that the midcentury sound-alike name Gail for girls is sailing out to sea, Gael is becoming an increasingly popular name for boys -- and could make the gender switch in the opposite direction…

Gaenor

Variation of Gaynor, Welsh

"white and smooth"

A strong, classic, simple name that has nonetheless never been overexposed.

Gaetana

Italian place-name

Gaeta is a southern Italian region; this makes a sunny first name.

Gaia

Greek and Latin

"earth mother; rejoicing"

Floral, bright, and subtly powerful, Gaia is a name with two separate origins. In Greek mythology, it is the name of the earth goddess and the universal mother, who takes her epithet from the Ancient…

Gaiana

Variation of Gaia, Greek

"earth mother; rejoicing"

Attractive elaboration of Gaia, the Greek mother goddess.

Gail

Hebrew, short form of Abigail

"my father rejoices"

Gail was a mid-twentieth century favorite, which has been far surpassed by its original form, Abigail and nickname Abby. Spelling variations include Gale and Gayle, the latter represented by TV…