About Galvez
The surname Galvez is of Spanish origin and is derived from the medieval given name Galvano, which itself is a variant of the name Galván. The name Galván is believed to have Germanic roots, specifically from the name Galvinius, meaning "powerful ruler" or "ruler with a spear." Therefore, the surname Galvez can be interpreted to mean "descendant of Galván" or "son of the powerful ruler."
The surname Galvez is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Galvez 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 Galvez is not currently available.
Here's how to represent the name "Galvez" using braille for the visually impaired.
Using the sign language hand symbols below, you can sign the name "Galvez."