What is the origin of the name Galen?

Galen is a name of Greek origin.

How popular is the name Galen?

In 2023, 47 babies were named Galen in the United States. The name is currently stable in popularity.

Yes, Galen is traditionally used as a boy's name.

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Births Last Year: 47 →

All-Time Total: 16,394

Peak Year: 1949

Galen is a Greek name derived from the word "galênê," meaning "calm" or "serene." It has roots in ancient Greek culture and medicine.

Galen Rupp - American long-distance runner, Olympic medalist.
Galen Weston - Canadian businessman, owner of Loblaw Companies.
Galen Gering - American actor, known for soap opera roles.
Galen Strawson - British philosopher, known for his work on consciousness.
Galen Hall - American football coach, former head coach at Florida.
Galen Rowell - American landscape photographer, adventure photographer.
Galen Hooks - American choreographer, worked with top artists in music.
Galen G. Weston - Canadian businessman, executive chairman of George Weston Limited.
Galen Tyrol - Fictional character in TV series "Battlestar Galactica."
Galen Clark - American conservationist, known for preserving Yosemite Valley.

Boy names closely related to Galen

Bowie Westley Ewan Loki Kian Tobin Benji Jullian

Girl names closely related to Galen

Odessa Karisa Katey Danica Charissa Kaylene Shawnee Danika

Names with similar meaning to Galen

Gaylon

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

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