Galina Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationgah-LEE-nah / ɡəˈliːnəSlavic; Greek
Meaning
Slavic: 'calm'; Greek: 'bright, shining'
Historical & Cultural Background
Galina is a name of Slavic origin, commonly used in Russia and other Slavic countries. It is derived from the word 'galina', which means 'calm' or 'serene'. In Greek, it is associated with brightness and clarity. The name has been popular in various cultures and has historical significance in literature and art.
Trend Summary
Galina has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable presence in the early to mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Galya
- Gala
International Variants
- Galina (Russian)
- Galina (Bulgarian)
- Galina (Ukrainian)
Famous people named Galina
Galina Ulanova was a renowned Russian ballerina known for her performances in classical ballet.
Galina Vishnevskaya was a celebrated Russian soprano and opera singer.
Galina Bystrova is a notable Russian artist recognized for her contemporary works.
Galina Chistyakova is a prominent Russian scientist in the field of biology.
Fictional characters named Galina
Galina is a character in the video game 'The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt', known for her role in the storyline.
Galina is featured in the novel 'The Last Station' by Jay Parini, representing a significant figure in the narrative.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Galina was first seen in the United States in 1970. Galina has ranked as high as #1380 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Galina has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Galina (2015)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 10 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 13 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 13 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 15 |
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 11 |
| 2024 | 15 |