Find out how popular the first name Galadriel has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Galadriel by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Galadriel is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 12 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Galadriel.

The history of the first name Galadriel

The name Galadriel is a fictional name created by J.R.R. Tolkien for the character of the same name in his novels set in the world of Middle-earth. It is derived from the Sindarin Elvish language invented by Tolkien, with elements from the words "galad" meaning "radiant" and "riel" meaning "garlanded maiden".

Tolkien's works, particularly The Lord of the Rings and The Silmarillion, introduced the name Galadriel to the world and popularized it as a feminine name. Within the lore of Middle-earth, Galadriel was a powerful Elf-queen who ruled over the Elven realm of Lothlórien and possessed one of the three Elven rings of power.

Although Galadriel is a fictional name, it has gained recognition and usage as a given name in the real world, particularly among fans of Tolkien's works and those drawn to its unique and melodic sound. However, since it is a constructed name, it does not have any recorded historical usage or references prior to Tolkien's writings in the 20th century.

While the name Galadriel itself does not have a long historical lineage, it has been adopted by a number of individuals since the popularity of The Lord of the Rings books and films. Some notable individuals named Galadriel include Galadriel Stineman, an American singer-songwriter born in 1985, and Galadriel Cashman, a Canadian actress born in 2004.

As a constructed name, Galadriel does not have any direct historical references or appearances in ancient texts, religious scriptures, or historical records prior to Tolkien's works. Its popularity and usage as a given name can be attributed solely to the influence and cultural impact of Tolkien's literary creations in the 20th century.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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