Gal: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Wave, a name that rolls with the rhythm of the sea.
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Syllables
- 1
- Current rank
- #11091
- Peak
- #4460 in 1996
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Gal Means
Gal is a boy name of Hebrew origin. Wave, a name that rolls with the rhythm of the sea.
How Popular Gal Is
Gal currently ranks #11091 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #4460 in 1996. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Gal
- Gal is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Gal is a name with deep biblical and Jewish roots.
- Part of the beloved nature-name trend.
Names Like Gal
Other Hebrew names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Gal
Hebrew names that pair well as a brother or sister to Gal.
Questions About Gal
What does Gal mean?
Gal is a boy name of Hebrew origin. Wave, a name that rolls with the rhythm of the sea.
How popular is Gal?
Gal currently ranks #11091 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #4460 in 1996. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Gal come from?
Gal comes from Hebrew roots. Gal is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
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