Galilee: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: g-ahl-eel-eh-eh
Origin: Israel
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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Western Asia
Meaning: A variant of the biblical region in northern Israel

Galilee is a name derived from the biblical region in northern Israel, known for its historical significance in Christianity. The name Galilee has been used as a place name and has also been adopted as a given name, symbolizing spiritual and geographical connections. Over time, the use of Galilee as a name has evolved to reflect both its historical and cultural importance.

Galilee Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Galilee is currently #7462 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Galilee is currently #4220 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Galilee is currently #2046 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Galilee is currently #3744 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Galilee is currently #2093 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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