About Gallatin
The surname Gallatin is of French origin and is derived from the place name "Gallatin" in the Haute-Savoie region of France. It is believed to have originated from the Gaulish word "gall," meaning "foreigner" or "stranger." The name likely referred to someone who came from the region of Gallatin or was associated with it in some way. Over time, individuals with the surname Gallatin migrated to other countries, including the United States, where the name has been passed down through generations.
The surname Gallatin is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Gallatin 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 Gallatin is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Gallatin in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Gallatin using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.