Galen

Boy's name

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

Meaning Calm
Origin Greek
U.S. births in 2023 47
Peak year 1949

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • 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.

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