Gigi
Gigi is a girl's name of French origin.
Meaning
Diminutive form of French names like Georgine (earth worker) or Virginie (pure).
Origin and history
Gigi originated as a French pet form for names like Georgine or Virginie. It gained popularity globally as a standalone given name and chic nickname. In the United States, it maintains a stylish, international appeal.
Popularity in the United States
4,472 babies in the United States have been named Gigi since 1880. It ranks #2621 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1666.
States where it is most popular
- CA (38.7 %)
- NY (14.5 %)
- TX (9 %)
- IL (7.7 %)
- FL (4.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 105 |
| 1950-1960 | 740 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,704 |
| 1970-1980 | 380 |
| 1980-1990 | 175 |
| 1990-2000 | 203 |
| 2000-2010 | 282 |
| 2010-2019 | 448 |
| 2020-2029 | 435 |
Famous people named Gigi
- Gigi Hadid: Model, Television personality
Fun facts
- The name achieved widespread international recognition through Colette's 1944 novella 'Gigi' and its 1958 Oscar-winning musical film adaptation.
- It originally developed as a French nursery nickname before becoming an independent given name.