Gloucester Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Gloucester Name at a Glance

Name	Gloucester
Meaning	'King Richard The Second' Duchess of Gloucester.
Origin	Shakespearean
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Gloucester Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Gloucester means “'King Richard The Second' Duchess of Gloucester”. 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.

Gloucester Name Origin

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

Is Gloucester a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Gloucester

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