Rising since 1996, #3,832 for girls today.
Popularity of Galia since 1967
Babies named Galia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 6 |
| 1970s | 19 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 11 |
| 2000s | 150 |
| 2010s | 207 |
| 2020s | 201 |
Meaning & origin
Galia is a Hebrew girls' name with a dual etymology tying it to redemption or the sea. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1967 and has been gradually climbing in use, with its peak year in 2024. The trajectory has been rising since 1996, and it is most popular in California. Though still uncommon, Galia carries a melodic sound that fits with modern preferences for two-syllable, vowel-ending names. Parents drawn to names like Maya and Talia may find Galia a distinctive but accessible choice.
Galia is a feminine Hebrew name, derived either from the root גאל (ga'al) meaning 'to redeem' or from גל (gal) meaning 'wave'. It appears in the Bible as a variant of Galya. The name has been used in Israel for decades and gained modest popularity in the United States since its first recorded use in 1967.
Where Galia is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Gali, Gal, Lee
Variants: Galya, Galiya
Sibling names for Galia
Names that share Galia's style, for a brother or sister.
