Galileo Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Galileo originates from the Italian form of the Latin name 'Galilaeus', meaning 'from Galilee'. It has evolved through history, reflecting traits of curiosity and scientific exploration. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name. It gained popularity in the 17th century due to the contributions of Galileo Galilei to science and philosophy.
The name Galileo is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Galileo has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Galileo' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7545th out of 7545 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10718th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12106th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7716th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3795th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Galileo' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Galileo"
Pronunciation
/ˌɡælɪˈeɪoʊ/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
The name Galileo is derived from the Latin name 'Galilaeus', which is believed to mean 'from Galilee'. It is also connected to the Hebrew word 'galil', meaning 'circle' or 'region'.
Meaning
Galileo means 'from Galilee' or 'the one who is from the region'.
Language Evolution
Galilaeus (Latin), Galileo (Italian)
Historical Usage
The name gained prominence in the early 17th century, primarily due to the influential Italian astronomer and physicist Galileo Galilei, who is often referred to as the 'father of modern science'.
Variants & Derivatives
Galilei, Gali, Léo
Modern Popularity & Image
Galileo is perceived as a symbol of scientific inquiry and intellectual bravery, often associated with the struggles of early scientists against established beliefs.
Famous People
Galileo Galilei, Galileo Chini (Italian painter)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Galileo"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Galileo"
"Galileo" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 7545th of 7545 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10718th of 10718 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 12106th of 16616 | 18 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7716th of 24088 | 137 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3795th of 23106 | 340 |
Regional Popularity of "Galileo" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
55.88% 4170th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
57.11% 3896th/6822 |
35.13% 2205th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Galileo" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Galileo"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Galileo" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.