girl name · Italian origin
Gaia
/ GY-ah /
Meaning
Gaia means Earth; rejoicing (Italian).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Italian
Pronunciation
GY-ah
Popularity
#1392 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Gaia in the US, 1880–2025
Gaia first appears in US records in 1980. It peaked in 2023, when 219 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 157.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Gaia mean?
Gaia names the Greek earth goddess and carries the sense “rejoicing.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Gaia mean?
Gaia means Earth; rejoicing. Gaia names the Greek earth goddess and carries the sense “rejoicing.”
What is the origin of the name Gaia?
Gaia is of Italian origin.
How do you pronounce Gaia?
Gaia is pronounced “GY-ah.”
Is Gaia a boy or a girl name?
Gaia is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Gaia?
In 2025, Gaia ranked #1392 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Gaia most popular?
Gaia was most popular in 2023, when about 219 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.