US Popularity:2118
Origin:Greek
Meaning:The earth
If you're in need of a gender-neutral name that will enable baby to remember their amazing heritage every day, look no further. Gaia is a beautiful name of Greek origin that means "the earth.” In Greek mythology, Gaia, known as the mother goddess, was the personification of the Earth. She is described as a caring and nurturing figure to all the children and plants of the world. In today's society, the term Gaia hypothesis is now used to suggest that the Earth and its biological systems act as a single entity.

How Popular Is The Name Gaia?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Gaia is currently #1256 on The Bump
Boy:Gaia is currently #693 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Gaia is currently #901 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Gaia is currently #2118 in U.S. births
Girl:Gaia is currently #1125 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#1125
in 2023
+ 95
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
  • 100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 143

  • Behind the Name, Gaia, May 2020

  • Name Doctor, Gaia

  • Britannica, Gaea, December 2023

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