Rising since 2015, #10,917 for girls today.
Popularity of Galit since 1973
Babies named Galit per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1993, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Galit's real moment was 2024.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 33 |
| 1980s | 19 |
| 1990s | 38 |
| 2000s | 14 |
| 2010s | 16 |
| 2020s | 29 |
Meaning & origin
Galit, a Hebrew name meaning 'wave,' entered U.S. records in 1973 and has since seen a slow but steady rise in use, particularly after 2015. As of 2025, it ranked 10,917, with a 1-in-200,908 birth rate, and its peak year so far has been 2024, indicating growing interest. The name is deeply connected to modern Israeli culture and the revival of Hebrew, evoking imagery of the sea. While it has not yet appeared in top state rankings, its upward trajectory and pleasant sound suggest it may continue to gain favor among parents seeking a unique yet meaningful name.
Galit is a modern Hebrew name derived from the word 'gal' (wave), with the feminine suffix '-it'. It emerged in Israel in the mid-20th century as part of the revival of Hebrew as a spoken language and the trend of nature-inspired names. The name has remained in consistent but modest use, favored for its pleasant sound and connection to the sea.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Gali, Leaf
Variants: Galya, Galita
Sibling names for Galit
Names that share Galit's style, for a brother or sister.
