UK boy's name
Gadi
A masculine Hebrew name meaning "fortune" or "good luck".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2023. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Gadi is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Gadi popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4107, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2017, with 5 births.
This profile covers 19 England and Wales registrations across 5 recorded years from 2010 to 2023. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 80% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 19 living people in the UK are called Gadi. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2024 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Gadi ranked #4107 for boys in England and Wales in 2023, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2017, when 5 boys were registered as Gadi.
- • About 19 living people in the UK are estimated to have Gadi as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4107
2023
Births in 2023
4
Latest year
Peak year
2017
5 births
Estimated living
19
2026
Meaning
What does Gadi mean?
The name Gadi has its origins in the Hebrew language and culture. It is derived from the Hebrew word "gad," which means "luck" or "fortune." The name can be traced back to ancient times, with its earliest recorded usage in the Bible.
In the Book of Genesis, Gad is mentioned as one of the twelve sons of Jacob, who later became one of the twelve tribes of Israel. The tribe of Gad was known for its bravery and military prowess, and they were among the first to settle on the eastern side of the Jordan River.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Gadi was a prophet mentioned in the Book of Samuel. He was sent by God to rebuke King David for his sin with Bathsheba. Gadi is also mentioned in the Talmud, a central text of Rabbinic Judaism, as a renowned scholar and sage.
Throughout history, there have been several notable figures who bore the name Gadi. One of the most famous was Gadi Eizenkot, an Israeli military officer who served as the 22nd Chief of Staff of the Israel Defense Forces from 2015 to 2019. He was born in 1960 and played a crucial role in shaping Israel's defense strategy.
Another prominent individual with the name Gadi was Gadi Pollack, an Israeli businessman and philanthropist born in 1944. He founded the Gadi Pollack Fellowship, which supports Israeli students studying in the United States, and was actively involved in various charitable organizations.
In the field of literature, Gadi Taub is a notable Israeli author and academic. Born in 1967, he has written extensively on topics such as Zionism, Israeli politics, and social issues. His works have been widely acclaimed and have contributed to public discourse in Israel.
Gadi Cristi, born in 1956, is a renowned Israeli singer and composer known for his contributions to the Israeli rock music scene. His music has been influential in shaping the cultural landscape of Israel, and he has received numerous awards and accolades for his artistic achievements.
Throughout history, the name Gadi has been associated with individuals who have made significant contributions to various fields, including military, business, literature, and the arts. While its roots can be traced back to ancient Hebrew culture, the name has transcended its origins and remains relevant in modern times.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Gadi over time
The chart below shows babies named Gadi registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2010 to 2023. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Gadi, the clearest high point is 2017. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2023, compared with 5 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Gadi by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Gadi was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #4448 | 7 | 2 |
| 2010s | #4005 | 12 | 3 |
Related
Names similar to Gadi
- George 121,258
- Gabriel 20,581
- Grayson 7,636
- Gregory 2,925
- Guy 2,646
- Gareth 2,092
- Gethin 1,880
- Georgie 1,872
- Gary 1,575
- Gavin 1,422
- Giovanni 1,252
- Grant 1,199
FAQ
Gadi: questions and answers
How popular is the name Gadi in the UK right now?
In 2023, Gadi was ranked #4107 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Gadi most popular?
The peak year on record was 2017, with 5 babies registered as Gadi in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Gadi?
A masculine Hebrew name meaning "fortune" or "good luck".
How many people are called Gadi in the UK?
A total of 19 babies have been registered as Gadi across the 5 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.