About Galen
The surname Galen is of Greek origin and is derived from the personal name Galenos, meaning "calm" or "serene." It is believed to have been a nickname given to someone who possessed a calm and composed nature. The name Galen has been recorded in various forms throughout history and is found in different cultures, including Greek, English, and German.
The surname Galen is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Galen 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 Galen is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Galen in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Galen using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.