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Galen
BoyMeaning of Galen: Greek: 'calm' or 'healer'
Galen is a boy's name most strongly associated with Greek naming. It has 5 letters and 2 syllables, and it is familiar but far from overused — 4290th most popular boys' name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#4290
23 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
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Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
17,060
First recorded 1889 · peak 1949
Trend
stable
Style: uncommon
Popularity over time
Gender split
97% boys · 3% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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