This page lists 17 Greek girl names that start with G, running alphabetically from “Gaia” to “Gregoria”. The names include ancient myth figures, saint names, and folk favorites. They work well for choosing a baby name, naming a character in a story, or tracing family roots.

Greek girl names are female given names rooted in the Greek language, and most carry a clear meaning from a word, a myth, or a saint. For example, “Gaia” is the name of the primordial goddess of the Earth.

Below you’ll find the table with name, pronunciation, Greek spelling, meaning, and description.

Name: The English spelling of each name, listed in alphabetical order so you can scan the list quickly and spot the ones you like.

Pronunciation: A simple guide to saying each name aloud, with the stressed syllable in capitals, so you can use the name with confidence.

Greek Spelling: The name written in the Greek alphabet, which helps you see the original form and use it correctly in Greek text.

Meaning: The literal translation of each name, such as “Earth” or “Sweet one,” so you know what the name stands for.

Description: A short note on the name’s origin, myth, or saint connection, plus how common it is today and where it is used.

Greek girl names

NamePronunciationGreek SpellingMeaning
GaiaGUY-ahΓαίαEarth
Galateagah-lah-TEH-ahΓαλάτειαShe who is milk-white
Galinigah-LEE-neeΓαλήνηCalm, serenity
Garyfalliagah-ree-fah-LEE-ahΓαρυφαλλιάCarnation, clove
Gavrielagahv-ree-EH-lahΓαβριέλαGod is my strength
Gennadiayeh-NAH-dee-ahΓεννάδιαNoble, generous
GeorgiaYOR-yahΓεωργίαFarmer, earth-worker
Georginayor-YEE-nahΓεωργίναFarmer
Georgoulayor-GOO-lahΓεωργούλαLittle farmer
Gerakinayeh-rah-KEE-nahΓερακίναHawk-like, sharp-eyed
Gerasimoulayeh-rah-see-MOO-lahΓερασιμούλαHonored one
GlafkiGLAHF-keeΓλαύκηGleaming, bluish-gray
Glykeriaglee-keh-REE-ahΓλυκερίαSweet one
Gorgogor-GOHΓοργώFierce, terrible
Gorgonagor-GOH-nahΓοργόναGorgon, mermaid
Grammatikigrah-mah-tee-KEEΓραμματικήLiterate, learned
Gregoriagreh-GOH-ree-ahΓρηγορίαWatchful, alert

Descriptions

Gaia
The name of the primordial Greek goddess of the Earth, mother of the Titans. It is a short, striking choice that has grown popular far beyond Greece.
Galatea
In myth, Galatea is a sea nymph loved by the Cyclops Polyphemus, and also the name given to Pygmalion’s statue that came to life. It remains a graceful, classic name.
Galini
A popular modern Greek name drawn from the word for a peaceful, windless sea. It suggests tranquility and is common across the Greek islands.
Garyfallia
A traditional name taken from the carnation flower, often given to girls in rural Greece. It is also celebrated as a name day in some regions.
Gavriela
The Greek feminine form of Gabriel, linked to the archangel who delivered messages from God. It is used by Greek Orthodox families as a way to honor the saint.
Gennadia
The feminine form of Gennadios, an old Byzantine name meaning high-born. It is rare today but still used, mostly in religious families.
Georgia
One of the most common Greek girl names, from the word for working the land. Georgia is often shortened to Gogo, Yiota or Georgoula, and it is widely celebrated on St. George’s Day.
Georgina
A variant of Georgia that adds a feminine ending, widely used in Greece and in Greek communities abroad. It carries the same meaning of someone tied to the land.
Georgoula
An affectionate diminutive of Georgia, often used as a pet name or a formal name in older generations. The “-oula” ending is a common Greek way to show warmth.
Gerakina
A folk name based on the word for hawk, found mostly in the Peloponnese and the islands. It describes someone quick, bold and watchful.
Gerasimoula
A feminine diminutive of Gerasimos, named for St. Gerasimos, patron of Kefalonia. It is especially common on the Ionian island, where his feast is a major event.
Glafki
The name of several figures in Greek myth, including a sea nymph and a princess of Corinth. It comes from the word for owl-eyed or sea-colored and is quite rare today.
Glykeria
A beloved name from the Greek word for sweet, borne by an early Christian martyr and by a famous Greek singer. It is traditionally celebrated on May 13.
Gorgo
The name of the Spartan queen who was wife of King Leonidas, known for her sharp wit. It is rarely used now but has a strong historical pedigree.
Gorgona
In Greek folklore, the Gorgona is a mermaid said to roam the Aegean and ask sailors whether Alexander the Great still lives. It is an unusual name with plenty of mythic weight.
Grammatiki
A traditional name from the word for letters or grammar, once given to girls to express hopes for education. It is now fairly uncommon and found mostly among older generations.
Gregoria
The feminine form of Gregory, from the Greek word for staying awake. In Greece it is also spelled Grigoria and honors saints known for their vigilance.
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