One quick way to get where you want is to:

1)Select the column with the names.

2)Press [Ctrl]+F. (or EditFind)

3)Enter the beginning of what you're looking for followed by and asterisk:
Example: Names beginning with G would be entered G*

4)Click the box to "Match entire contents of cell"

5)Click OK

Excel will bring you to the 1st name beginning with G.

I hope that helps.

Regards,
Ron