Goldie
Fact sheet
- Name
- Goldie
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
Goldie is an English name for girls, which is either regarded as a variation of Golda or serves as a nickname for individuals with blonde hair. The meaning of the name can be interpreted as 'the golden one', 'the gold-colored one', or 'the one made of gold'.
What does the name Goldie mean?
Goldie is a feminine name of English origin that can be seen as a variant of Golda as well as a nickname for those with blonde hair. The name means 'the golden one', 'the gold-colored one', or 'the one made of gold'. Its roots lie in the Old Germanic word *gulþą, which means 'gold', or in Middle English goldy, which means 'gold-colored'. Similar forms include Golde, Goldy, Goldia, Goldena, Goudje, and Goldina.
Where does the name Goldie come from?
The origin of Goldie is Old Germanic and means 'the one made of gold'.
How do you pronounce Goldie?
The pronunciation of Goldie is two syllables and lively. In German, the name is usually pronounced as 'Gol-die' [ˈɡoʊ̯ldi] or in a Germanized form [ˈɡɔldi]. It begins with a dark O sound that conveys warmth and depth. The consonant combination in the middle provides a clear structure, while the ending '-die' sounds bright and light. Goldie has a playful yet distinctive sound - it is present, modern, and acoustically memorable.
Popularity
In Germany, Goldie is a relatively common first name. Currently, it ranks 4,045th on the list of the most popular female first names. Its best placement was in 2023, when it reached 2,569th place. Over the last ten years, Goldie has been chosen as a first name about 50 times, placing it 3,754th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it stands at rank 4,602.
Nicknames & pet names
Gogo / Gollum
Famous people
- Goldie Alexander (Australian author)
- Goldie Behl (Indian film director)
- Goldie Ens (Austrian singer)
- Goldie Goldbloom (Australian author)
- Goldie Harvey (Nigerian singer)
- Goldie Hawn (American actress)
- Goldie Hill (American musician)
- Goldie Hoffman (American opera singer)
- Goldie Holt (American baseball player)
- Goldie Loc (American rapper)
- Goldie Rapp (American baseball player)
- Goldie Sayers (English athlete)
- Goldie Sellers (American soccer player)
- Goldie Semple (Canadian actress)
Frequently asked questions about the name Goldie
What is the origin of the name Goldie?
Goldie has Old Germanic roots and means 'the one made of gold'. The composition comes from the Old Germanic word *gulþą for 'gold' and the Middle English goldy for 'gold-colored'.
What does the name Goldie mean?
The meaning of Goldie is 'the golden one', 'the gold-colored one', or 'the one made of gold'.
How popular is the name Goldie?
Goldie is a rather rare first name but is gaining popularity, especially in English-speaking countries, where it is often used as a nickname for blonde individuals.