About Galey
The surname Galey is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "galig," meaning "gallows" or "crossbeam." It is believed to have originally been a topographic name for someone who lived near a gallows or a occupational name for someone who worked with gallows or was involved in the construction of wooden structures. Over time, the spelling variations of Galey have included Gale, Gaile, and Gail, among others.
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The surname Galey is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Galey based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Galey in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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