Baby Names That Start With G: 31 Girl & Boy Names With Meanings
G names have a warm, rounded sound, from soft classics like Grace and Gemma to firm ones like George and Grant. This list gathers 31 names that start with G, with the meaning, origin and a short note on each.
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Where an origin is uncertain, as with Genevieve, Gage and Guy, we say so. Names are grouped by gender and ordered roughly from classic to distinctive.
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Girl names (14)
- GabriellaItalianGod is my strengthA feminine form of Gabriel; nickname Gabby.
- GaiaGreekearth (the Greek goddess of the earth)A strong nature name.
- GemmaItaliangem, jewelSparkling and short.
- GenevieveCeltic / Frankishuncertain; the patron saint of ParisElegant, with the nickname Evie or Gigi.
- GeorgiaGreekfarmer, earth-workerA feminine form of George with a Southern sound.
- GiannaItalianGod is graciousA feminine form of Gianni.
- GiselleGermanicpledgeRomantic, like the ballet.
- GloriaLatingloryA vintage classic.
- GraceLatingrace, favourA timeless virtue name.
- GretaGermanpearl (a short form of Margareta)Simple and strong.
- GuinevereWelshwhite phantom or white wave (from Gwenhwyfar)King Arthur's queen; nickname Gwen.
- GwenWelshwhite, blessedShort and elegant.
- GwendolynWelshwhite ring or blessed ringA romantic long form of Gwen.
- GwynethWelshblessed, happinessA lovely Welsh classic.
Boy names (15)
- GabrielHebrewGod is my strengthAn archangel's name and a perennial favourite.
- GageFrenchuncertain; often explained as 'pledge' or a measureA modern surname-name.
- GalenGreekcalm, healerNamed for an ancient physician.
- GarrettGermanicspear-braveA solid, friendly surname-name.
- GavinWelshwhite hawk (from Gawain)Smooth and Welsh.
- GeorgeGreekfarmerA royal classic.
- GideonHebrewhewer, great warriorA biblical judge and now a hip vintage choice.
- GilbertGermanicbright pledgeA vintage, bookish choice.
- GiovanniItalianGod is graciousThe Italian John; nickname Gio.
- GrahamScottishgravelly homesteadSmart and steady.
- GrantScottishgreat, largeShort and sturdy.
- GregoryGreekwatchful, alertA papal classic; nickname Greg.
- GriffinWelsh / Latinthe mythical griffin; also 'strong lord' in WelshBold and mythic.
- GunnarNorsewarriorStrong and Scandinavian.
- GusLatinmajestic (a short form of Augustus)Friendly and playful.
Unisex names (2)
- GrayEnglishthe colour greyCool and understated.
- GreerScottishwatchful (from Gregor)Sleek and unusual.
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How to choose
Hard G or soft G?
G can be hard (Grace, Gabriel, Grant) or soft like J (Gemma, Genevieve, George). Make sure the pronunciation you want is the one people will choose.
Welsh G names are distinctive
Gwen, Gwyneth, Guinevere and Gavin all come from Wales, with meanings tied to 'white', 'blessed' or 'hawk'. They are easy to say and have a fairy-tale feel.
Look at the Italian forms
Gianna, Giovanna, Gia and Giovanni are all forms of John or Jane, meaning 'God is gracious'. They have a warm, expressive sound.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most popular baby names that start with G?
Grace, Gianna and Gemma are popular for girls, while Gabriel, George, Grant and Graham are popular for boys.
What are unique baby names that start with G?
Guinevere, Gwyneth, Gideon, Griffin and Gunnar are rarer but easy to pronounce.
What are gender-neutral baby names that start with G?
Gray and Greer are used for any gender.
What are Welsh baby names that start with G?
Gwen, Gwyneth, Guinevere, Gavin and Griffin all have Welsh roots.
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