Gathel is a unique and striking first name of French origin, derived from the Occitan 'Gahet'. The name's etymology traces back to the Germanic elements 'ga-', meaning 'spear', and '-hel', associated with light or brightness. Gathel was traditionally used in southern France but has since gained international recognition due to its distinctive sound and elegant simplicity.
The name Gathel was popular around the early 20th century with a peak of popularity between 1917 and 1926, then it declined by 1940.