Gaia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Gaia originates from Greek, meaning 'earth' or 'mother'. It has evolved from its ancient roots in mythology to modern uses that reflect ecological awareness. The name embodies traits of nurturing and connection to nature, with no biblical relevance. It has gained popularity in recent years due to its associations with environmentalism and modern culture.
The name Gaia is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Gaia has been too falling for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Gaia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 18004th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10321st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4096th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1603rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Gaia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Gaia"
Pronunciation
/ˈɡaɪə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Gaia derives from the ancient Greek word 'gē', meaning 'earth'. In Greek mythology, Gaia is the personification of Earth and the mother of all life.
Meaning
Earth, land, mother
Language Evolution
Gaia, Gaea
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in modern times, especially in the context of environmental movements and neo-pagan practices, as well as in popular culture through literature and film.
Variants & Derivatives
Gaea, Gaie, Gaia Sophia
Modern Popularity & Image
Gaia is often associated with nature, ecology, and the concept of Mother Earth. It evokes a sense of harmony with the environment and is seen positively in contemporary culture.
Famous People
Gaia Wise, Gaia Repossi
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Gaia"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Gaia"
"Gaia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 18004th of 19264 | 6 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 10321st of 27321 | 90 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4096th of 35406 | 542 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1603rd of 30306 | 1,636 |
Regional Popularity of "Gaia" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Gaia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
93.73% 5921st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
49.07% 2534th/5164 |
67.28% 4920th/7313 |
43.24% 3227th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
64.23% 2559th/3984 |
27.30% 1225th/4487 |
25.20% 1719th/6822 |
21.54% 1352nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Gaia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Gaia" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.