Galahad Boy

Popularity: #919 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

PronunciationGAL-uh-had / /ˈɡæləhæd/

Arthurian; English

Meaning

servant; pure

Historical & Cultural Background

Galahad is primarily associated with Arthurian legend, where he is known as one of the Knights of the Round Table and the son of Sir Lancelot. The name is derived from the Old French 'Galahad', which is believed to mean 'servant' or 'pure'. In English literature, Galahad is celebrated for his quest for the Holy Grail, symbolizing purity and virtue. His character embodies the ideals of chivalry and heroism in medieval narratives.

Similar Names

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Variants

  • Galahadus
  • Galahad

International Variants

  • Galahad (English)

Famous people named Galahad

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Fictional characters named Galahad

Galahad — Arthurian legend.

Sibling Suggestions

LancelotPercivalTristanGawainArthurIsoldeMorgana

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Galahad was first seen in the United States in 2024. Galahad has ranked as high as #1355 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Galahad has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Galahad

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
20245