Holding steady, #10,917 for girls today.
Popularity of Galina since 1970
Babies named Galina per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2014, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Galina's real moment was 2024.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 10 |
| 1980s | 36 |
| 1990s | 82 |
| 2000s | 88 |
| 2010s | 101 |
| 2020s | 64 |
Meaning & origin
Galina is a name of Slavic and Greek origin meaning calm or serene. Its first recorded U.S. usage dates to 1970, and as of 2025 it ranked 10,917 with an incidence of 1 in 200,908. The name reached its peak popularity in 2024, reflecting a modest but stable presence. Galina has not been concentrated in any particular U.S. state in recent years, suggesting broad but sparse usage. Its meaning and soft sound align it with other Eastern European names that carry a sense of tranquility, making it a distinctive choice for families honoring Slavic heritage.
Galina is a Slavic and Greek name derived from the Greek word galene (γαλήνη), meaning calm or serenity. In Greek mythology, Galene was a minor sea goddess personifying calm seas. The name has been common in Russia, Ukraine, Bulgaria, Serbia, and other Slavic countries, often associated with Saint Galina, a 3rd-century Christian martyr. In the 20th century, it spread to other regions via immigration, though it remains closely tied to Eastern European heritage.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Galya, Gala, Lina
Sibling names for Galina
Names that share Galina's style, for a brother or sister.
