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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Earth
- Origin
- Ancient Greek
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- GAY-ah
Gaia is a girl's name from Ancient Greek, with a meaning of "earth." It's pronounced GAY-ah (IPA /ˈgeɪə/), and on this site it has a free-spirited, boho, clean, modern, and outdoorsy, nature-inspired feel. If you're drawn to short, nature-rooted names, Gaia fits that lane clearly.
Meaning & Origin of Gaia
Meaning: Earth.
Origin: Ancient Greek.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Gaia
GAY-ahIPA /ˈɡeɪə/
Popularity of Gaia
Gaia hit its peak in 2023 at #1122, given to 218 babies, then slipped slightly to #1147 in 2024 with 210 babies — a small, steady presence rather than a name on the rise, based on Social Security data from 1980 to 2024.
Names Like Gaia
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FAQ
What does the name Gaia mean?
Earth. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Gaia?
Gaia is pronounced GAY-ah (IPA: /ˈɡeɪə/).
Is Gaia a popular name right now?
Gaia is near its all-time peak (#1122 in 2023), ranked #1147 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1980–2024.)
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