Galloway Name Meaning & Origin
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Galloway is a Scottish surname originating from the region of Galloway in southwestern Scotland. The name derives from the Gaelic 'Gall-Ghaidhealaibh' meaning 'land of the foreign Gaels', historically referring to Norse-Gaelic people.
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Scottish (Celtic) 70% -
English (Anglo-Saxon) 20%
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American (European descent) 10%
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Name Details
- First Name: Galloway
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Male
Popularity Trend
Growth of the name Galloway in the US (SSA Data):
Galloway Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 6
People with this name tend to be: Nurturing, responsible and family-oriented.