Gaines Name Meaning & Origin
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The surname Gaines is of Old English origin, derived from a nickname for a person with a lively or cheerful disposition, from the Middle English 'gaines' meaning 'joy' or 'merriment'. It has been adopted as a given name in some cases, especially in English-speaking countries.
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American (Anglo-American) 74% -
British (Anglo-British) 16% -
Canadian (Anglo-Canadian) 10%
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Name Details
- First Name: Gaines
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Unisex
Famous People Named Gaines
Notable individuals include Gaines Adams, an American football player; Gaines Foster, an American historian; and Gaines Hall, a fictional character in literature.
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Gaines Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 1
People with this name tend to be: A natural born leader, independent and ambitious.