About Galanter
The surname Galanter is of Jewish origin and is derived from the Yiddish word "galanter," meaning "gallant" or "elegant." It is believed to have originally been a nickname given to someone who was stylish, refined, or chivalrous. The name Galanter may have been bestowed upon individuals who displayed these qualities or aspired to be seen as such. Over time, it became a hereditary surname passed down through generations.
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The surname Galanter is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Galanter based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Galanter is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Galanter in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Galanter using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.