Galen Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationGAY-len / /ˈɡeɪ.lən/Greek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: healer; Latin: calm
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Galen is derived from the Greek name Galenos, which means 'healer.' It was popularized by the ancient physician Galen of Pergamon, who made significant contributions to medicine in the Roman Empire. The name has been used in various cultures and has historical significance in both Greek and Roman contexts.
Trend Summary
The name Galen has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a modest presence in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Galenus
- Gailen
International Variants
- Galen (English)
- Gálen (Hungarian)
Famous people named Galen
Galen of Pergamon was a prominent Greek physician and philosopher whose work influenced medical science for centuries.
Galen Rupp is an American long-distance runner who has competed in multiple Olympic Games.
Fictional characters named Galen
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Galen was first seen in the United States in 1889. Galen has ranked as high as #623 nationally, which occurred in 1949, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania, California, Kansas, Ohio, and Iowa. In the past 5 years the name Galen has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Galen (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1889 | 6 |
| 1895 | 8 |
| 1896 | 5 |
| 1898 | 6 |
| 1899 | 5 |
| 1900 | 7 |
| 1904 | 5 |
| 1905 | 6 |
| 1906 | 10 |
| 1907 | 9 |
| 1908 | 8 |
| 1909 | 7 |
| 1910 | 12 |
| 1911 | 9 |
| 1912 | 39 |
| 1913 | 41 |
| 1914 | 61 |
| 1915 | 62 |
| 1916 | 75 |
| 1917 | 69 |
| 1918 | 72 |
| 1919 | 79 |
| 1920 | 81 |
| 1921 | 95 |
| 1922 | 90 |
| 1923 | 114 |
| 1924 | 99 |
| 1925 | 110 |
| 1926 | 103 |
| 1927 | 124 |
| 1928 | 101 |
| 1929 | 122 |
| 1930 | 104 |
| 1931 | 119 |
| 1932 | 122 |
| 1933 | 128 |
| 1934 | 136 |
| 1935 | 140 |
| 1936 | 139 |
| 1937 | 138 |
| 1938 | 157 |
| 1939 | 169 |
| 1940 | 170 |
| 1941 | 171 |
| 1942 | 204 |
| 1943 | 204 |
| 1944 | 213 |
| 1945 | 198 |
| 1946 | 211 |
| 1947 | 299 |
| 1948 | 342 |
| 1949 | 433 |
| 1950 | 326 |
| 1951 | 378 |
| 1952 | 304 |
| 1953 | 293 |
| 1954 | 307 |
| 1955 | 293 |
| 1956 | 284 |
| 1957 | 262 |
| 1958 | 245 |
| 1959 | 246 |
| 1960 | 219 |
| 1961 | 228 |
| 1962 | 213 |
| 1963 | 201 |
| 1964 | 215 |
| 1965 | 164 |
| 1966 | 173 |
| 1967 | 174 |
| 1968 | 182 |
| 1969 | 187 |
| 1970 | 212 |
| 1971 | 191 |
| 1972 | 185 |
| 1973 | 154 |
| 1974 | 138 |
| 1975 | 183 |
| 1976 | 138 |
| 1977 | 135 |
| 1978 | 154 |
| 1979 | 152 |
| 1980 | 157 |
| 1981 | 150 |
| 1982 | 126 |
| 1983 | 143 |
| 1984 | 151 |
| 1985 | 159 |
| 1986 | 184 |
| 1987 | 164 |
| 1988 | 147 |
| 1989 | 161 |
| 1990 | 176 |
| 1991 | 156 |
| 1992 | 148 |
| 1993 | 152 |
| 1994 | 151 |
| 1995 | 152 |
| 1996 | 143 |
| 1997 | 114 |
| 1998 | 133 |
| 1999 | 122 |
| 2000 | 116 |
| 2001 | 94 |
| 2002 | 103 |
| 2003 | 93 |
| 2004 | 85 |
| 2005 | 80 |
| 2006 | 66 |
| 2007 | 46 |
| 2008 | 57 |
| 2009 | 51 |
| 2010 | 59 |
| 2011 | 31 |
| 2012 | 55 |
| 2013 | 50 |
| 2014 | 62 |
| 2015 | 47 |
| 2016 | 32 |
| 2017 | 55 |
| 2018 | 57 |
| 2019 | 49 |
| 2020 | 45 |
| 2021 | 45 |
| 2022 | 51 |
| 2023 | 38 |
| 2024 | 47 |