Galina
- Pronunciation
- [Ga-li-na]
- Gender
- Female
- Meaning
- Bright One HELENKA
- Origin
- Russian
Galina Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 373 baby girls have been named Galina. The name peaked in 2024 with 15 US births that year (rank #7338). In 2024, ranked #7338 nationally.
Top States for Galina
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Galina births are: California (20).
Other Russian-Origin Names Like Galina
If you like Galina's Russian origin, consider these related names: Adrik, Akeila, Aleksei, Anoushka, Anuva. Browse all Russian names →
6-Letter Names Starting with G
Names with Galina's exact length and starting letter: Gaagii, Gabbar, Gabhan, Gabino, Gabrio.
Quick Facts About Galina
Variant Forms
| Name | Meaning | Gender | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gala | Festive Party. Joyful. Abbreviation Of Abigail. Gael Is A Term For Descendants Of The Ancient Celts In Scotland: Ireland And The Isle Of Man. | Female | English |
| Galena | Small Intelligent One | Female | Spanish |
| Galia | God Shall Redeem | Female | Hebrew |
| Galochka | God Shall Redeem | Female | Hebrew |
| Lina | Light | Female | Romanian |
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