Gigi
Meaning of Gigi
The name Gigi is a charming and playful choice for baby girls, with its roots deeply embedded in French culture. Pronounced as JEE-jee in English and ZHEE-zhee in French, this name exudes an air of elegance and sophistication. Often used as a diminutive for names like Georgiana or Giselle, Gigi has maintained a consistent presence in the United States over the decades. While never reaching the top ranks, it has enjoyed steady popularity, reflecting its timeless appeal. The name Gigi conjures images of grace and vivacity, making it a delightful option for parents seeking a unique yet classic name for their daughter.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as JEE-jee (/ˈdʒi dʒi/)
French
- Pronunced as ZHEE-zhee (/ʒi ʒi/)
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Notable People Named Gigi
| Gigi Hadid is an American model and TV personality who was named International Model of the Year in 2016 and is ranked as one of the "New Supers" by Models.com. |
| Gigi Ibrahim is an Egyptian citizen journalist and activist known for her coverage of the 2011 Egyptian revolution. |
| Gigi Goode is an American drag queen and reality TV personality who gained fame as a runner-up on RuPaul's Drag Race and has since appeared in music videos and fashion shows. |
| Gigi Fernández - Beatriz "Gigi" Fernández is a former professional tennis player from Puerto Rico, known for winning 17 major doubles titles and two Olympic gold medals, and for her coaching and entrepreneurial endeavors after retiring from the professional tour. |
| Gigi Marvin - Gisele Marie "Gigi" Marvin is an American ice hockey player known for her success in the Olympics and her family's legacy in the sport. |
| Gigi Leung Wing-kei is a renowned Hong Kong singer and actress. |
| Ghislaine Elizabeth Marie Thérèse Perreau-Saussine, also known as Gigi Perreau, is a well-known American film and television actress. |
| Gigi Lai is a Hong Kong actress and singer known for her roles in popular TVB dramas and nicknamed the "Goddess of Beauty." |
| Gigi Edgley is a versatile Australian actress, singer, and songwriter, recognized for her roles as Chiana in Farscape and Lara Knight in Rescue: Special Ops. |
| Ejigayehu Shibabaw, also known as Gigi, is a renowned Ethiopian singer who has blended traditional Ethiopian music with various genres and collaborated with her husband, Bill Laswell, a bassist and producer. |
| Gigi Chao is a Hong Kong activist and the vice-chair of Cheuk Nang (Holdings) Ltd. |
| Gigi Padovani is an Italian journalist and author known for his work on domestic politics, society, and food writing, with several of his books translated into other languages. |
| Gianluigi Galli, also known as Gigi Galli, is an Italian rally driver famous for his spectacular driving style, hailing from Livigno, Italy. |
| Gigi Graham, also known as Virginia Leftwich Graham Tchividjian, is an American Christian author and speaker. |
| Gigi Vorgan is an American writer and producer who has also worked as a child actress in feature films such as "Rain Man" and "Red Dawn." |
