Find out how popular the first name Gaile has been for the last 1 years (from 1983 to 1983) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Gaile by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Gaile is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1983, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Gaile.

The history of the first name Gaile

The name Gaile is derived from the Old French word "gaillard," which means "lively" or "high-spirited." It is believed to have originated in France during the Middle Ages, around the 12th or 13th century.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Gaile can be found in the French epic poem "La Chanson de Roland," which dates back to the late 11th century. In this poem, Gaile is mentioned as the name of a Frankish knight who fought alongside Roland at the Battle of Roncevaux Pass.

During the Renaissance period, the name Gaile gained popularity among the French nobility. One notable figure with this name was Gaile de Mauleon, a 13th-century French noblewoman and troubadour. She was known for her poetry and her patronage of the arts.

In the 16th century, the name Gaile was also found in the writings of the French playwright and poet Pierre de Ronsard. He dedicated one of his sonnets to a woman named Gaile, praising her beauty and grace.

As the name spread across Europe, it underwent various spellings and pronunciations. In England, it was sometimes spelled as "Gail" or "Gayle," while in Germany, it was known as "Gail" or "Gale."

One of the most famous historical figures with the name Gaile was Gaile Borden, an American inventor and entrepreneur who lived from 1801 to 1874. He is best known for developing the process of condensing milk, which revolutionized the dairy industry.

Another notable Gaile was Gaile Sayers, an American professional football player who was born in 1943 and played for the Chicago Bears from 1965 to 1971. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1977 and was widely regarded as one of the greatest running backs in NFL history.

In the literary world, Gaile Carson Levine is an American author who was born in 1948. She is best known for her children's fantasy novel "Ella Enchanted," which was published in 1997 and later adapted into a film.

Gaile Force is a Canadian singer and songwriter who was born in 1958. She is known for her powerful vocals and her contributions to the Canadian folk music scene.

Gaile Garnett is an American singer and actress who was born in 1934. She is best known for her hit song "We'll Sing in the Sunshine," which reached the top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1964.

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