Gila
GEE-lah
Gila is a girl’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Possibly a short form of various names, or possibly derived from Hebrew, meaning 'joy'. It might also derive from the Gila River.”. It currently ranks #10520 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1973.
What Gila Means
“Possibly a short form of various names, or possibly derived from Hebrew, meaning 'joy'. It might also derive from the Gila River.”
The Story of Gila
Imagine a name whispered in a desert wind, carrying a promise of pure, unadulterated joy for your little one.
Gila, possibly a shortened form of names signifying 'joy' from Hebrew roots, carries a sound reminiscent of the arid beauty of the Gila River valley. Its infrequent appearance in records from the 1920s suggests a name that has always been chosen with intention, a subtle echo of deeper meaning.
To say 'Gila' is to conjure a smile. It’s the feeling you get when you hear your child’s first laugh, a spontaneous eruption of delight. This name is for the daughter who will fill your home with an irrepressible spirit, a pure and simple happiness that radiates outward.
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Numerology
The Peacemaker
Diplomatic, sensitive, and cooperative. These names bring a harmonious, gentle quality.
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Spelling Variations
Peak Year
#16 in 1973
Total Births
631
First Recorded
1920
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