Gael Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Gael Name at a Glance

Name	Gael
Meaning	Stranger.
Origin	Irish
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Gael Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Gael means “Stranger”. 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.

Gael Name Origin

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

Is Gael a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Gael

When considering Gael for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.