How Many People Are Named Galaxy?
Complete statistics for the name Galaxy: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Galaxy is a celestial vocabulary name that evokes the vast beauty of the cosmos, and it's as rare as the name sounds. Only about 404 people in the US carry this name today, meaning roughly 1 in 816,573 Americans share it. Almost all bearers are under 10 years old, with the peak year being 2019 at 41 births.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 7 traditionally represents introspection, spiritual awareness, and a deep desire for knowledge. It's associated with analytical thinkers who seek truth and understanding beyond the surface.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 10All 407 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2019Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Galaxy Through the Generations
Galaxy didn't appear on US birth records in any meaningful way until the 2010s, making it one of the newest names in the database. It's a name with virtually no generational depth: of the 404 people estimated to be living with this name today, a striking 401 are under 30, just 6 are between 30 and 60, and none are over 60. The average bearer is only about 10 years old, which tells you this name is very much a product of recent trends. Its peak came in 2019, when 41 babies were given the name, and the trajectory has been clearly rising. That means parents haven't lost interest, they're actually warming up to it. Worldwide, about 928 people carry the name, ranking it #265,593 globally. Outside the US, you'll find it most commonly in Saudi Arabia. With 99% of bearers under 30, Galaxy isn't just modern, it's genuinely a name of the newest generation.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Galaxy's English roots
📄 About the Name Galaxy
How Many People Have the Name Galaxy?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 404 people in the United States currently share the name Galaxy. That works out to roughly 1 in every 816,573 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Galaxy a Common or Rare Name?
Galaxy is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Galaxy Mean?
Galaxy means "A large star system" and comes from English origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Galaxy in SSA data, approximately 10% are male and 90% are female.
When Was Galaxy Most Popular?
The name Galaxy reached peak popularity in 2019, with 41 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Galaxy?
Approximately 404 people named Galaxy live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 407. That works out to roughly 1 in 816,573 Americans.
Is Galaxy a rare name?
Galaxy is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 816,573 Americans has this name.
What does the name Galaxy mean?
Galaxy means "A large star system" and comes from English origins.
Is Galaxy more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 10% of people named Galaxy are male and 90% are female.
When was Galaxy most popular?
Galaxy peaked in 2019 with 41 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.