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Spanish
"galaxy"
Spanish for galaxy, this larger-than-life name would make a bold but beautiful choice for girl.
Spelling variation of Gail
When Gail was popular, half a century ago, Gale was a plausible choice. Gale does put a slightly more masculine spin on the name, but it's dated in any version.
Spelling variation of Gala
Gala makes the name more festive.
Gallia is a feminine name with ancient roots, deriving from the Latin name for what is now France. This geographical connection gives the name a classical, scholarly feel. Historically, Gallia…
Hebrew
"God has redeemed, hill of God"
Well used in Israel and in Russia, either on its own or as an endearment for Galila or Galina.
Galyn is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant spelling of Galen, which comes from Greek meaning 'calm' or 'tranquil,' or it could be related to the Welsh name…
Gana is a feminine name with diverse cultural origins. In Hindu tradition, it relates to the Ganas, which are Shiva's attendants, giving the name divine associations. In Serbian and Croatian…
"clever"
Tanya with a G.
Guanche
"height"
According to local legend in the Canary Islands, Gara was a young princess who fell in love with a peasant's son, Jonay. Their relationship was condemned by a local priest and the day of their…
French color and botanical name
This botanical name, referring to the vivid deep red color and to the madder plant from which it derives, is almost unknown to English speakers. But it's been trending in France recently, reaching…
Spanish and Portuguese
"bear"
This evocative Spanish surname would make an unusual but lively choice for a girl.
Word name
Garland is fragrant and celebratory, and also has a celebrity-tribute tie to the star of The Wizard of Oz .
Garnette is a feminine name that serves as an elaborated form of Garnet, the deep red gemstone. Adding the suffix '-te' creates a more explicitly feminine version of the jewel name. Garnette carries…
English
"person living near town gates"
Actress Gates McFadden proves this surname can work just as well for girls as boys. It joins an impressive lineup of celebrity babies with similar names, including Hillary Duff's Banks and Emma…
Short form of Gavrielle
"God is my strength"
A short form of Gavrielle, used predominantly in Israel, much like an equivalent to Gabi or Gabby.
"seagull"
Another intriguing and virtually unused Spanish nature name to add to the books.
Gayle is a feminine name with multiple origins. It can be derived from the Hebrew name Abigail, meaning 'father's joy,' or it may be a variant of Gail, which began as a short form of names beginning…
Gazelle is a feminine name derived directly from the animal name, referring to the swift, graceful antelope known for its elegance and speed. The word itself traces back through French and Arabic…
Italian
"twin"
A pretty possibility for a Gemini girl.
Gemina is a feminine name with Latin roots, derived from the word 'geminus' meaning 'twin.' It's the feminine form of Geminus, and carries connotations of duality, partnership, and balance. While…
