This list includes 15 Polish girl names that start with G, from “Gabriela” to “Gustawa”. Several are Polish forms of widely used Christian names, while others reflect Slavic roots and historical usage.

Polish girl names that start with G are female names used in Poland, often with Christian or Slavic roots. Many appear in name-day calendars, with Gabriela remaining a popular modern choice.

Below you’ll find the table with Name, Pronunciation, Meaning & Origin, Diminutives/Variants, and Name day.

Name: The standard Polish spelling for each given name, which you use for records, searches, and official documents.

Pronunciation: A simple phonetic guide or IPA that helps you say each name correctly when meeting someone or reading aloud.

Meaning & Origin: A one-line meaning and linguistic origin so you quickly understand the name’s roots and cultural background.

Diminutives/Variants: Common nicknames and Polish variants help you find familiar forms and recognize informal or historical usage.

Name day: The traditional Polish name-day (imieniny) date that helps you place the name in cultural and calendar context.

Polish girl names that start with G

NamePronunciationMeaning/OriginName day & Popularity
Gabrielagah-BRYE-lahfeminine of Gabriel, “God is my strength”29 September; popularity: common
GajaGAH-yafrom Greek/Latin Gaia, “earth”varies by calendar; popularity: rising
Genowefageh-no-VEH-fahPolish form of Genevieve, “tribe woman”3 January; popularity: rare/old-fashioned
GrażynaGRAH-zhee-nahinvented by poet Mickiewicz, evoking “grace”varies; popularity: uncommon (older generations)
GracjaGRAH-tsyahfrom Latin “grace”varies; popularity: uncommon
Gracjanagrah-tsyah-NAHfeminine of Gracjan, “grace”varies; popularity: rare
Gertrudager-TROO-dahGermanic, “spear of strength”17 March; popularity: rare
Gizelaghee-ZEH-lahfrom Germanic Gisela, “pledge”varies; popularity: uncommon
GitaGEE-tahshort form of Judith/Brigid in some communitiesvaries; popularity: rare
GosiaGO-shahdiminutive of Małgorzata (Margaret)varies; popularity: very common as pet name
Gustawagoo-STAH-vahfeminine of Gustaw (from Germanic name Gustav)varies; popularity: very rare
Gaudentynagow-den-TEE-nahfrom Latin gaudere, “to rejoice”varies; popularity: rare
Gryzeldagrih-ZEL-dahPolish form of Griselda, Germanic originvaries; popularity: rare
Goplanagoh-PLAH-nahSlavic mythological name (lake nymph)varies; popularity: very rare
GracjaGRAH-tsyah(duplicate avoided — see Gracja above)—

Descriptions

Gabriela
Classic Biblical name in Poland; diminutives Gabi, Gabrysia. Widely used; see GUS statistics and name-day calendars.
Gaja
Short, modern-sounding name popular with younger parents. Diminutives: Gajka. Often listed in contemporary name statistics.
Genowefa
Traditional, saint-associated name; nicknames Genia, Genowefka. Seen in historical records and church calendars.
Grażyna
Polish literary name created by Mickiewicz; diminutives Grażynka, Graża. Strong cultural resonance.
Gracja
Elegant, Latin-derived name; used as virtue name. Short form Gracja or diminutive Gracjusia.
Gracjana
Polish feminine form of Gracjan; formal and slightly old-fashioned. Diminutives: Gracja, Gracjana.
Gertruda
Historic/medieval usage in Poland. Diminutives: Gerta, Truda. Found in older records and some calendars.
Gizela
Used historically in Poland; diminutives Gizelka, Giza. Appears in older church and civil registers.
Gita
Short, international-sounding, used historically among Jewish and other communities in Poland. Simple and familiar.
Gosia
Very familiar informal name for Małgorzata; often used socially though formal register uses Małgorzata.
Gustawa
Old-fashioned feminine form of Gustaw; mainly historical. Diminutive Gustka. Found in genealogical sources.
Gaudentyna
Rare, Latin-derived name used historically in Poland. Diminutives: Gaudka, Tina. Seen in church/name-day lists.
Gryzelda
Medieval/early modern usage in Polish records. Diminutives Gryzia, Zelda. Has historical and literary attestations.
Goplana
Literary/mythological name from Polish Romantic literature; rarely used as a given name. Charming, poetic feel.
Gracja
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