Galatea name Meaning and Dictionary
- Name
- Galatea
- Name Meaning
- "Galatea" This name derives from the Ancient Greek “gála (γάλα) Galáteia (Γαλάτεια),” meaning “she who is milk-white, milk, white, milky, white as milk.” Galatea is a name popularly applied to the statue carved of ivory by Pygmalion of Cyprus, which then came to life, in Greek mythology; in modern English, the name usually alludes to that story.
- Definition
- (Greek mythology) a maiden who was first a sculpture created by Pygmalion and was brought to life by Aphrodite in answer to Pygmalions prayers
- Pronunciations
- galatea
- gal-uh-tee-uh
- g-AE-l-uh-t-EE-uh
- Gaa-Laa-T-IYaa
- Gal-atea
- IPA Notation
- gæˌlʌtiˈʌ
- Syllable
- Galatea Syllable count: There are 4 syllables in the name Galatea
- Divide Galatea into syllables: gal-a-te-a
- Stressed syllable in Galatea: gal-a-te-a, gal-a-te-a
- Sentences
- Galatea celebrates 50 years
- Aci, Galatea e Polifemo @ Wigmore Hall, London
- Here's when you can see beautiful steam locomotive Galatea on Yorkshire's railways
- Nowhere to hide: Opera Theatre of Montclair performs 'Acis and Galatea' in the round
- Review: Central City Opera’s 'Acis and Galatea' and 'Il trovatore' — the sublime and the staggering
Galatea Overview and Analysis
Galatea Gender statistics
The name Galatea is typically used for Boys and Girls. Its a Unisex name with ambiguous gender identification.
Popularity of the name Galatea
The name Galatea is classified as Very rare and ranked at the 149,871th most popular name in the Namedary database.
| Country | In-Country Rank | Population Share |
|---|---|---|
| New Zealand | 15,056 | 0% |
| United States | 149,266 | 0% |
| Canada | 149,266 | 0% |
| United Kingdom | 149,266 | 0% |
| Australia | 149,598 | 0% |
Where to find Galatea?
The name Galatea is predominantly found in New Zealand (NZ), where it constitutes 0% of the total population.
Galatea Usage Trend Over Time
In recent years, the trend of using the name Galatea has been static and not widely adopted when choosing names for babies. The name Galatea was most used in 2002 with a usage rate of 100%. It was least used in 2002 with a usage rate of 100%.
To enhance readability, percentage is rounded up. Values less than 0.0015% have been omitted.The data is carefully curated from authentic human sources and thoroughly analyzed from a wide range of sources.
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Names with a Similar Sound to Galatea
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Four Syllable Names Similar to Galatea
Here is a list of 4 syllable baby names that have the same syllable structure as Galatea:
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Names starting with G
The name Galatea begins with the letter G. Here is a list of names that start with the letter G, similar to Galatea:
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- Gypsee
- Ghielaina
- Georjia
- Gautami
- Gustin
- Giovannangelo
- Gzing
- Gitana
- Geof
- Gianluis
- Giordion
- Gorsi
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- Geranium
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Origin and History of the name Galatea
"
Latinized form of Greek \u0393\u03b1\u03bb\u03ac\u03c4\u03b5\u03b9\u03b1 (Galateia), probably derived from \u03b3\u03ac\u03bb\u03b1 (gala) meaning \"milk\".
This was the name of several characters in Greek mythology including a sea nymph who was the daughter of Doris and Nereus and the lover of Acis.
According to some sources, this was also the name of the ivory statue carved by Pygmalion that came to life."
Galatea in Chinese
Boy names translation to Chinese
- Translation
- 盖拉特艾
- Pronunce
- (PinYin) : gài lā té ài
Girl names translation to Chinese
- Translation
- 嘎蓝特阿
- Pronunce
- (PinYin) : gá lán té ā
Galatea in Numerology
| G | A | L | A | T | E | A |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | |||
| 7 | 3 | 2 |
Applying the rules of numerology (Pythagorean numerology):
- Soul Number (Heart's Desire Number): Number 8
- Expression Number (Personality Number): Number 3
- Destiny Number (Life Path Number): Number 2
Conclusions about the name Galatea
Should you named your baby Galatea?
The name Galatea is not strongly associated with either gender because it is given to boys and girls in roughly equal proportions (according to the gender statistics). As a result, people are less likely to assume the gender of a person named Galatea based solely on their name.
It is important to consider the gender-neutral nature of the name Galatea when naming your child. This is because people may be confused about your child's gender if you do not provide other clues, such as their appearance or clothing.
Is Galatea a good name?
The name Galatea enters the domain of less common yet exceptionally elegant and sophisticated names. These names often possess a sense of grandeur and poise, evoking an aura of refinement and distinction.
What are the Pros and Cons of the name Galatea?
Pros of the name Galatea:
- Uniqueness: Your child will probably be the only one or one of a few people with their name, which can make them feel special and unique.
- Potential for creativity: You have the freedom to choose a name that is truly unique and reflects your child's personality.
- May not become dated: If Galatea has not changed in popularity for a long time, it is unlikely to go out of style.
Ultimately, the decision of whether or not to name your child Galatea is a personal one. There is no right or wrong answer. Consider all of the factors listed above, and make the decision that you and your partner feel is best for your child.