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Gal
UnisexMeaning of Gal: Hebrew: 'wave'
Gal is a unisex name most strongly associated with Hebrew naming. It has 3 letters and 1 syllable, and it is a genuinely rare and unique choice — 6832nd most popular name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#6832
15 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
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Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
403
First recorded 1947 · peak 1996
Trend
stable
Style: rare
Popularity over time
Gender split
37% boys · 63% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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