Galen

At a Glance: Name: Galen – Meaning: calm, tranquil – Origin: Ancient Greek – Gender: used for both boys and girls – Pronunciation: GAY-len

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Galen is an Ancient Greek name with a meaning of "calm, tranquil." Social Security records for the name go back to 1889, so it has a long documented history among American baby names. It's a quiet, steady choice for parents who want a name with a peaceful meaning attached to it.

Meaning & Origin of Galen

Meaning: Calm, tranquil.

Origin: Ancient Greek.

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Galen

Phonetic: GAY-len   IPA: /ˈɡeɪlən/

Popularity of Galen

Galen reached its peak in 1949, when 433 babies were given the name and it ranked #329 nationally. By 2024 it had dropped to #2753, with only 47 babies given the name that year.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1889–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Galen mean?

Calm, tranquil. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Galen)

How do you pronounce Galen?

Galen is pronounced GAY-len (IPA: /ˈɡeɪlən/).

Is Galen a popular name right now?

Galen peaked at #329 in 1949 and is ranked #2753 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1889–2024.)

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