Gail

Girl's name

Gail is a shortened form of the name Abigail, which is of Hebrew origin and means "my father is joy."

Meaning My father is joy
Origin Hebrew
U.S. births in 2023 17
Peak year 1951

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Gail Devers - Olympic sprinter and hurdler
  • Gail Kim - Professional wrestler
  • Gail Goodrich - Basketball Hall of Famer
  • Gail O'Grady - Actress in TV dramas
  • Gail Sheehy - Author and journalist
  • Gail Russell - Classic Hollywood actress
  • Gail Simmons - Top Chef judge and food writer

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