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Galahad Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Galahad

"Sir Galahad, a knight of King Arthur's Round Table famously known for his purity and who was one of the three achievers of the quest for the Holy Grail."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 2024 👥 5 in US
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Meaning
Sir Galahad, a knight of King Arthur's Round Table famously known for his purity and who was one of the three achievers of the quest for the Holy Grail.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
5
Life Path
Number 7

📖 What Does Galahad Mean?

Galahad, sometimes referred to as Galeas or Galath, among other versions of his name, is the prime achiever of the Holy Grail in the cyclical prose tradition of the Arthurian legend in which the teenage Galahad is the greatest knight of King Arthur's Round Table. A Christ-like figure, Galahad is an illegitimate son of Lancelot and Elaine of Corbenic after the latter raped the former through deception, belonging to the lineage of the Grail kings and descended from Biblical figures. Eventually, immediately after completing the Grail Quest, and while still young, he ascends to heaven.

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Galahad, sometimes referred to as Galeas or Galath, among other versions of his name, is the prime achiever of the Holy Grail in the cyclical prose tradition of the Arthurian legend in which the teenage Galahad is the greatest knight of King Arthur's Round Table. A Christ-like figure, Galahad is an illegitimate son of Lancelot and Elaine of Corbenic after the latter raped the former through deception, belonging to the lineage of the Grail kings and descended from Biblical figures. Eventually, immediately after completing the Grail Quest, and while still young, he ascends to heaven.…

Root Element
Galahad
Core Meaning
"Sir Galahad, a knight of King Arthur's Round Table famously known for his purity and who was one of the three achievers of the quest for the Holy Grail."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Galahad

G 7
A 1
L 3
A 1
H 8
A 1
D 4
SUM 7
7
Life Path
Wisdom & Introspection
3
Soul Urge
Creativity & Expression
22
Personality
Master Builder

Life Path 7 — Wisdom & Introspection: Analytical, spiritual, and truth-seeking.

Gender Distribution

♂ Male100%
♀ Female0%

Based on 5 US Social Security records

📈 US Popularity

Total US bearers 5
Peak year 2024 (5)
First recorded 2024
Last recorded 2024
Gender Predominantly Male
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Galahad" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "Sir Galahad, a knight of King Arthur's Round Table famously known for his purity and who was one of the three achievers of the quest for the Holy Grail.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form, established across English-speaking and Muslim communities.

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Today (2026)

~5 people named Galahad in the US. Peaked in 2024 with 5 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Galahad?

The Life Path number for Galahad is 7, associated with Wisdom & Introspection. Soul Urge: 3. Personality: 22.

Is Galahad a boy or girl name?

Galahad is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 100% male and 0% female.

How many people are named Galahad in the US?

Approximately 5 people in the United States are named Galahad. The name peaked in 2024 with 5 recorded uses.

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