Gael
Meaning of Gael
Gael is a masculine name of Celtic origin. The pronunciation varies between English and Irish, pronounced as "gale" (/ɡeɪl/) in English and as "gwayl" (/ɡweːl/) in Irish. Variations of the name include Gail and Gale. In recent years, Gael has seen a significant increase in popularity within the United States. From its early occurrences in the 1920s and 1940s, it has now consistently ranked within the top 200 names for newborn boys since 2013. This rise in popularity could be attributed to the growing interest in names of Celtic origin or potentially due to increased visibility from notable figures bearing this name. Regardless of the reason, Gael provides a unique yet familiar choice for parents seeking a distinctive name with deep roots and cultural significance.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as gale (/ɡeɪl/)
Irish
- Pronunced as gwayl (/ɡweːl/)
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Notable People Named Gael
| Gael García Bernal is a renowned Mexican actor and producer known for his roles in films such as Bad Education, The Motorcycle Diaries, and Coco, as well as his portrayal of Rodrigo de Souza in the series Mozart in the Jungle. |
| Walter Gael Sandoval Contreras is a Mexican professional footballer currently playing for UdeG in the Liga de Expansión MX. |
| Gaël Monfils - Gaël Sébastien Monfils is a French professional tennis player who has been ranked as high as world No. 6 in singles and has reached two major semifinals and three ATP Masters 1000 finals in his career. |
| Gaël Dimitri Clichy is a retired French professional footballer known for his exceptional stamina and skill as a left-back, currently serving as the assistant manager of the France national under-21 team. |
| Gaël Fickou is a French professional rugby union player known for his role as a centre for Top 14 club Racing 92 and the France national team. |
