Gala name meaning

✍  Updated on: March 17th, 2023
Gender: Girl
Origin: Latin, Old Norse, Middle and Dutch
Usage: English, Nordic, Russian and Scandinavian
Pronunciation: pronunciation of Gala g(a)-la
Meaning: Enjoyment, Festive Party, Joyful, Merrymaking, The Earth, Milk, Gaul, Singer, Ornamental Plant Celebrates October 5Th, Peace, Shining, Gaulish and Single
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What does Gala mean?

Unusual Gala is used in Scandinavian, English, Nordic and Russian, Gala means "Enjoyment, Festive Party, Joyful, Merrymaking, The Earth, Milk, Gaul, Singer, Ornamental Plant Celebrates October 5Th, Peace, Shining, Gaulish or Single" used as a girl name came from Dutch, Latin, Old Norse and Middle.

Gala is resulted from Galane. Gala is shortened form of Galina. Galina is form of The Greek Name Γαληνη in Latin and Russian languages. Galina's meaning is The Calm, Calm and Serene has origin in Old Greek.

The name is celebrated on October 5th.

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How do I pronounce Gala?

The two syllabled name Gala is pronounced, g(a)-la.

Variants of Gala

Gaila, Gail, Galla, Gahl, Abigajil, Gale, Abigail

Middle Names for Gala

Egle, Jyla, Kaylie, view more middle names that goes with Gala

Names that rhyme with Gala

How popular is the name Gala?

a popular name in Spain having over 1755 recievers in 3 years of usage. Recently the moniker is on a rise, in 2019, the moniker grabbed the 53rd spot and 655 baby girls were given the name.

Additionally, the name has been in the top 100 baby names 3 times Gala is a familiar baby name in United States, it has been in use since 1919 and was able to reach the top 2000 names.

In 1965, it ranked 1055th when 99 girl were named Gala. Over 1759 people have been named Gala in United States.

Gala is an uncommon baby name in England and Wales still in use today.

Also, it is among the top 2000 girl names in France. Over 187 babies in France have been named Gala. But Gala is a popular baby name in India where every 1 in 100000 have the name.

According to our findings, at least 30000 people have been bestowed Gala around the globe.

YearRankBirths
2018377339
2017316750
2016299855
2015338347
2014370541
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Facts

Gala in Nordic countries

CountriesWomen
First NameSecondary Name
Netherlands1811
Sweden146
Norway55
Denmark90

Numerological aspects of Gala

Accept what you feel and express it when you feel the urge. If letter A is your capstone in your name, it reveals your challenging nature and ambitious perspective. You never approach issues or challenges with a negative attitude because you know that no problem comes with a solution. You lack motivation and courage to take an action. So what if you fail? The letter G as a cornerstone in a name stands for independence, strong focus, intellectuality, daydreaming, and hard work.

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  •  Aegle came from Greek language is used as a girl name which is principally used in English and Latin, meaning of Aegle is "Light, Radiance or Glory"
  •  Viktoria - Used mainly in Norwegian, Hungarian and Faroese unheard-of, Viktoria is originated from Latin, Viktoria means "Victory, Inspired By the Old-Roman Goddess of Victory or The Victor" is used for baby girls
  •  Carita - Outlandish Italian and Latin Carita means "Dear or Beloved" bestowed upon girls is used chiefly in Norwegian and Swedish
  •  Mercure - Boy name Mercure means "Merchandise" that came from French and Latin is substantially used in French
  •  Alvinia - Queer girl name Alvinia means "Female Version of Elvin or White". Its origin is in Old English and Latin is commonly used in English and Finnish languages
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Sibling Names for Gala

Gala is a beautiful and unique name for a baby girl, and if you're considering this moniker for your little one, you may be wondering what other names would pair well with it. Here's a list of sibling names that complement Gala's whimsical vibe and playful spirit.

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Famous people named Gala

  • Gala Aleksić, is Serbian actress
  • Gala Évora, Spanish singer and actress
  • Gala Dalí, Russian wife of poet Paul Éluard and later of artist Salvador Dalí
  • Gala, Italian pop singer and songwriter based
  • Gala Galaction, Romanian Orthodox clergyman and theologian, writer
  • Gala León García, former professional tennis player from Spain
  • Gala Lads, Barbershop quartet that won the 1962 SPEBSQSA international competition
  • Galatéa Bellugi in À 14 ans as Actress
  • Gala Kogan in Shifra as Actress
  • Gala Éluard Dalí Gala à ‰ luard DalÃ, born Elena Ivanovna Diakonova was the muse of several artists and especially Salvador DalÃ, with whom he married in 1932.
  • Gala Mitchell portrayed the pivotal character of N in 1971 drama movie Moviemakers.
  • Gala Orlova played the leading role of Frances in 1994 drama, thriller movie Sul filo del rasoio.
  • In 1985, Gala Videnovic played the role of Mirjana 'Ester' Zivkovic in drama, romance film Bal na vodi.

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