Meaning:
Its source is an English expression meaning "Joyous."
Languages:
This girl's name is used in English.
Nickname For: Gabrielle, Gail, Gale and Gayle
Alternative Spellings: Gaye
Popularity:
The name Gay ranked 795th in popularity for females of all ages in a sample of the 1990 US Census.
Though this name has fluctuated in use, it has been quietly present throughout the last century.
