About Gallup
The surname Gallup is of English origin and is derived from the Old Norse personal name "Gallópr," meaning "Galloway horse." It is believed to have been a nickname given to someone who had the characteristics of a horse from Galloway, a region in southwestern Scotland. The name Gallup may have been used to describe someone who was strong, swift, or had a horse-like appearance or behavior. Over time, the surname Gallup has evolved and become a family name passed down through generations.
The surname Gallup is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Gallup 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 Gallup in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Gallup using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.