Goldie
Goldie is a girl name of Yiddish origin meaning “Made of gold”, pronounced GOHL-dee. It ranked #621 in the United States in 2025, given to 469 babies, and peaked at #114 in 1905. Common nicknames: Gold, Goldi.
How popular is Goldie in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Goldie mean, and where does it come from?
Goldie is the English spelling of the Yiddish Golde, "gold," a name given in Ashkenazi communities for centuries and carried by Golda Meir, who was born Golda Mabovitch in Kyiv. It was also an ordinary American nickname for a fair-haired girl, which is how it reached 114th place in 1905. It faded mid-century and is rising sharply now with Birdie, Hattie and the rest of the -ie revival. Goldie Hawn has kept it visible for sixty years without ever making it feel like a stage name.
How is Goldie used around the world?
Goldie is used in 0 languages worldwide, with 2+ international variants.
TypeFemale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Goldie?
Famous People Named Goldie
- Goldie Hawn — American actress and Academy Award winner
- Golda Meir — fourth Prime Minister of Israel
- Goldie Harvey — Nigerian singer and songwriter
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Goldie mean?
Goldie is a girl name of Yiddish origin meaning "Made of gold." Goldie is the English spelling of the Yiddish Golde, "gold," a name given in Ashkenazi communities for centuries and carried by Golda Meir, who was born Golda Mabovitch in Kyiv. It was also an ordinary American nickname for a fair-haired girl, which is how it reached 114th place in 1905.
How do you pronounce Goldie?
Goldie is pronounced GOHL-dee. Common variations include Golda, Goldy, Golde.
Is Goldie a girl name?
Yes, Goldie is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Gold, Goldi.