Galatea Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationgal-uh-TAY-uh / ɡəˈleɪ.ti.əGreek
Meaning
she who is milk-white
Historical & Cultural Background
Galatea is a name derived from Greek mythology, where Galatea was a sea nymph and one of the daughters of Nereus. The name has been used in various literary works, including Ovid's 'Metamorphoses.' In art, Galatea is often depicted as a beautiful figure, symbolizing idealized beauty. The name has also been associated with themes of love and transformation.
Trend Summary
Galatea is not widely used in the United States and remains relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Galateia
International Variants
- Galatée (French)
- Galatea (Italian)
Famous people named Galatea
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Fictional characters named Galatea
Galatea is a character in the animated film 'The Adventures of Hercules' where she is portrayed as a beautiful and enchanting figure.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Galatea was first seen in the United States in 2004. Galatea has ranked as high as #1336 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Galatea has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Galatea
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 5 |