Galena Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Galena

"A place name for a number of United States towns and cities. A small city in Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area, Alaska. A city, the county seat of Jo Daviess County, Illinois. Named after the mineral galena. A census-designated place in Floyd County, Indiana. A city in Cherokee County, Kansas. A town in Kent County, Maryland. A small city, the county seat of Stone County, Missouri. A ghost town in Lander "

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Female 📈 Peak 2021 👥 217 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
A place name for a number of United States towns and cities. A small city in Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area, Alaska. A city, the county seat of Jo Daviess County, Illinois. Named after the mineral galena. A census-designated place in Floyd County, Indiana. A city in Cherokee County, Kansas. A town in Kent County, Maryland. A small city, the county seat of Stone County, Missouri. A ghost town in Lander
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
217
Life Path
Number 22

📖 What Does Galena Mean?

Galena, also called lead glance, is the natural mineral form of lead(II) sulfide (PbS). It is the most important ore of lead and an important source of silver.

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Galena, also called lead glance, is the natural mineral form of lead(II) sulfide (PbS). It is the most important ore of lead and an important source of silver.

Root Element
Galena
Core Meaning
"A place name for a number of United States towns and cities. A small city in Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area, Alaska. A city, the county seat of Jo Daviess County, Illinois. Named after the mineral galena. A census-designated place in Floyd County, Indiana. A city in Cherokee County, Kansas. A town in Kent County, Maryland. A small city, the county seat of Stone County, Missouri. A ghost town in Lander "
Language

🔢 Numerology of Galena

G 7
A 1
L 3
E 5
N 5
A 1
SUM 22
22
Life Path
Master Builder
7
Soul Urge
Wisdom & Introspection
6
Personality
Nurturing & Responsibility

Life Path 22 — Master Builder: Exceptional potential to turn dreams into reality.

📊 Galena in Numbers

217 US bearers
2021 Peak year
Predominantly Female Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Galena" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "A place name for a number of United States towns and cities. A small city in Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area, Alaska. A city, the county seat of Jo Daviess County, Illinois. Named after the mineral galena. A census-designated place in Floyd County, Indiana. A city in Cherokee County, Kansas. A town in Kent County, Maryland. A small city, the county seat of Stone County, Missouri. A ghost town in Lander ".

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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. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~217 people named Galena in the US. Peaked in 2021 with 8 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Galena?

The Life Path number for Galena is 22, associated with Master Builder. Soul Urge: 7. Personality: 6.

Is Galena a boy or girl name?

Galena is Predominantly Female. Based on US data, 0% male and 100% female.

How many people are named Galena in the US?

Approximately 217 people in the United States are named Galena. The name peaked in 2021 with 8 recorded uses.

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