Gaye
Gaye: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Gaye
- A female given name from English.
- A male given name from English.
Etymology
Spelling variant of Gay.
How popular is Gaye?
Since 1880, 5,746 girls in the U.S. have been named Gaye. Its highest rank for girls was #586 in 1952. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Names similar to Gaye
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Gaye
Sister and brother names that share Gaye's English roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Gaye FAQ
What does the name Gaye mean?
A female given name from English. A male given name from English. Spelling variant of Gay.
What is the origin of the name Gaye?
Gaye is listed as a name of English origin.
How popular is the name Gaye?
Since 1880, 5,746 girls in the U.S. have been named Gaye. Its highest rank for girls was #586 in 1952. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Gaye a boy or girl name?
Gaye is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 5,746 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.