Galileo Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationgah-lay-oh / /ɡæˈleɪ.oʊ/Italian; Latin
Meaning
Italian: 'from Galilee'; Latin: 'the one who is from Galilee'
Historical & Cultural Background
Galileo is most famously associated with Galileo Galilei, a prominent Italian astronomer, physicist, and mathematician of the Renaissance. He is known for his contributions to modern science, including improvements to the telescope and support for heliocentrism. The name has been used in various cultures, often symbolizing intelligence and inquiry. It has gained popularity in recent years as a name reflecting scientific heritage.
Trend Summary
Galileo has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Galilei
- Gali
International Variants
- Galileo (Italian)
- Galiléo (Spanish)
- Galilée (French)
Famous people named Galileo
Galileo Galilei was an Italian astronomer and physicist known for his pioneering work in observational astronomy.
Galileo Ferraris was an Italian electrical engineer and physicist who contributed to the development of alternating current.
Galileo Chini was an Italian painter and decorator known for his work in the early 20th century.
Galileo di San Luca was an Italian painter of the Baroque period, known for his religious works.
Fictional characters named Galileo
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Galileo was first seen in the United States in 1915. Galileo has ranked as high as #1349 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in California, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Galileo has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Galileo (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 12 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1915 | 5 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2008 | 16 |
| 2009 | 15 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 13 |
| 2013 | 13 |
| 2014 | 21 |
| 2015 | 30 |
| 2016 | 22 |
| 2017 | 24 |
| 2018 | 28 |
| 2019 | 30 |
| 2020 | 30 |
| 2021 | 38 |
| 2022 | 44 |
| 2023 | 27 |
| 2024 | 33 |