US Popularity Rank: 10393

Origin: Scottish

Meaning: Joy; Wind; Tranquility; My father is joy; Gives joy; Foreigner, outlander

Gale is a gender-neutral name of English origin with a range of diverse meanings, including “joy,” “wind,” or “tranquility.” It was derived from the Old English word gal, which was used to describe someone who was pleasant or merry. This name can also be a form of Abigail, which means “my father is joy” or “gives joy.” Gale in Scottish can mean “foreigner” or “outlander,” taken from the Gaelic word gall, which was used to refer to strangers. The character of Gale Hawthorne features in The Hunger Games novels by Suzanne Collins. If you want your little one to spark joy wherever they go, Gale is a great choice.