What does the name Gael mean?

The name Gael means "Gaelic person".

What is the origin of the name Gael?

Gael is a name of English origin.

In 2023, 3,855 babies were named Gael in the United States. The name is currently rising in popularity.

Yes, Gael is traditionally used as a boy's name.

Boy's name

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Births Last Year: 3,855 ↗

All-Time Total: 45,199

Peak Year: 2024

Gael is a name of Gaelic origin, derived from the word "Gaedheal" meaning "foreigner" or "stranger."

Boy names closely related to Gael

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Girl names closely related to Gael

Alondra Cataleya Angela Camila Iliana Alexa Jimena Nayeli

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

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