Names Starting With G
UnisexCeltic#298 in 2025
Gael
Gael is a unisex name of Celtic origin meaning “speaker of Gaelic; Celtic peoples.” It ranked #298 in the United States in 2025.
pronunciation
GAYL
meaning & origin
The name Gael means “speaker of Gaelic; Celtic peoples.” It comes from the Celtic language tradition.
Gael refers to the Gaelic-speaking Celtic peoples of Ireland, Scotland, and the Isle of Man. As a given name it is popular in Francophone and Spanish-speaking communities as well as among Celtic heritage families.
popularity over time
#3892020
#3612021
#3382022
#3172023
#2982024
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #298 |
| 2023 | #317 |
| 2022 | #338 |
| 2021 | #361 |
| 2020 | #389 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
famous people named Gael
- Gael García Bernal (actor)
- Gael Monfils (tennis player)
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