Female and male names starting with the letter "G" .

Rare Latin-derived name meaning "helmet" or "hood," originating from medieval Spain, typically pronounced as "ga-LEE-sa.

Hebrew female name derived from the root verb "galah," meaning "to wave or roll." It signifies wavy or rolling movements and has historical significance as it was named after an ancient region in Israel known for its fertility.

Unique Arabic given name derived from "ghalib," meaning "victorious," associated with strength and courage.

Irish surname meaning "foreign helper," derived from Gall-chara and historically associated with Scottish settlers.

Rare Latin-derived name meaning 'land of the Gauls' or 'land of the brave ones', honoring French and Irish heritage.

Scottish surname derived from the Gaelic 'Gall-abaidh', meaning 'foreign helper' or 'stranger'.

Unique Spanish name meaning 'rooster', derived from the Late Latin word "gallus".

Welsh male given name derived from the word 'galan', meaning 'calm'. It signifies tranquility and is historically associated with Welsh nobility.

Rare Spanish name meaning "to shine brightly," popularized during the medieval period to denote brilliance and luminosity, reflecting ancient beliefs about stars' influence on personality.

American given name derived from the city of Galveston, Texas. It signifies strength and endurance, reflecting the city's history of withstanding storms. The name evokes images of the sea, beaches, and ocean breeze.

Ancient Irish surname derived from Ó Gallchobhair, believed to mean 'strife' or 'shining appearance'. It originated in County Mayo, Ireland, and was historically carried by notable families like the O'Gallchobhairs, hereditary physicians to High Kings. Today, Galvin is found worldwide but remains uncommon in Ireland.

Unique and beautiful Slavic female name derived from "galka," meaning "magpie," symbolizing intelligence and adaptability.

Rare Greek name derived from "galene" meaning calm/serene and "elaia" referring to the olive tree, symbolizing peace and prosperity.

Rare Welsh female given name derived from "Gwalch," meaning "hawk," and is associated with strength and grace.

Welsh name derived from "Galaeth," meaning calm or serene. It was popular among medieval Welsh poets like Galyn ap Einion and remains distinctive today despite global popularity.

Rare Irish name derived from Gallan meaning 'stranger', originally used as a nickname for travelers and now passed down through generations in County Tyrone.

Egyptian male name derived from Arabic 'Jamal', meaning 'beauty'.

Hebrew name derived from "gamal" meaning "camel" and "El" meaning "God," translating to "God is my reward." Historically, Gamaliel was borne by prominent Jewish scholars like Rabbi Gamaliel I, making it associated with wisdom and learning. Today, it's popular among diverse cultures as a unisex name symbolizing knowledge, wisdom, and divine reward.

Gamaliel is a unique Hebrew boy's name meaning "God is my reward," historically significant as the teacher of Saint Paul.

African name of Yoruba origin meaning "the one who causes thunder," symbolizing power and influence.

African-derived given name meaning 'river' in Mandinka, gaining popularity through its association with Marvel's X-Men character Remy LeBeau.

Rare American given name derived from the occupational surname Gamble, which originally referred to gamblers or those connected to gambling activities.

English given name derived from the Middle English word 'gambol', meaning 'to play or take risks'. It was originally used as a nickname for adventurous individuals in medieval England, but has since evolved into a formal given name. Today, it is relatively uncommon yet increasingly popular due to its unique origin and modern sound.

Arabic given name originally used as an honorific title, signifying nobility and grace, though its exact origin remains debated.

Unconventional name of unknown origin, popularized by American artist Kenneth Anger in the mid-20th century as his stage name. Its meaning remains open to interpretation.

Arabic-origin name meaning 'camel', popularized by Tawfiq al-Hakim's novel featuring a strong-willed protagonist. It symbolizes female empowerment and resilience, although it's more commonly used among non-Arabic speakers influenced by Middle Eastern culture or literature.

Distinctive Hebrew name, derived from 'gamal' meaning 'camel', symbolizing strength and endurance.

Distinctive and intriguing female name of unknown origin, possibly derived from Native American or African roots, or created by J.R.R. Tolkien for his Middle-earth legendarium. Its meaning remains uncertain but is thought to relate to having many enemies or being exalted above others. Despite its unclear history, Gamora has gained popularity due to its association with powerful characters in popular culture, such as the green-skinned warrior princess from Marvel Comics and the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Indian name meaning 'to go' or 'proceed', symbolizing movement and progress. It has historic significance as the daughter of King Yayati in Hindu mythology, known for her love, devotion, and sacrifice.

African name of Akan origin, meaning 'Wednesday' in Twi, traditionally given to girls born on that day, symbolizing creativity, intelligence, and strong leadership.

Swahili name meaning victory or success.

Ganajah, of Hebrew origin, means 'God is gracious' or 'God has favored', derived from 'gan' (garden) and 'ajah'.

Ancient Germanic name meaning 'staff-wolf'.

Italian male given name of Germanic origin, derived from the Frankish name Gundolphus. It combines two elements: "gund", meaning "war", and "wulf", translating to "wolf". Thus, Gandolfo means "battle wolf". The name became popular in Italy during the Middle Ages, possibly due to its association with Saint Gundolph. Today, it is a less common but distinctly Italian name.

Unique Indian name derived from Sanskrit 'Ganesh', meaning 'lord of hosts' or 'leader of the multitude'.

Akan African name meaning 'one who resembles another'.

Distinctive female name of African origin, specifically from the Congo Basin region, meaning 'God is merciful' or 'to protect', reflecting strength and spirituality.

Indian name derived from the Sanskrit word 'gana', meaning 'group' or 'horde'. In Hindu mythology, it is the name of Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed deity symbolizing wisdom and intelligence.

Sanskrit male given name meaning "Lord of the Group" or "Lord of Hosts," derived from "gana" (group) and "isha" (lord), deeply rooted in Hindu mythology as the elephant-headed god of wisdom and obstacle removal.

Italian feminine name derived from the Latin word "caneus," meaning watchful or attentive, not directly related to dogs. It has a rich history associated with notable figures like Saint Ganesa, a Christian martyr, and Ganessa di Scorziate, a philanthropic Italian noblewoman.