Gail Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Gail Name at a Glance

Name	Gail
Meaning	Independent name derived from a diminutive of the Hebrew Abigail, meaning 'gives joy' or 'my father rejoices. '.
Origin	English
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Gail Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Gail means “Independent name derived from a diminutive of the Hebrew Abigail, meaning 'gives joy' or 'my father rejoices”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Gail Name Origin

Our database records Gail under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Gail a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Gail is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Gail

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