Find out how popular the last name Galal is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Galal.

Galal, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Galal surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Galal in America

Galal is the 98099th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Galal surname appeared 185 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Galal.

We can also compare 2010 data for Galal to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Galal

The surname GALAL is believed to have originated in Egypt, tracing its roots back to the ancient Egyptian language. It is derived from the Arabic word "jalal," which means "majesty" or "glory." This name has a rich history that spans centuries, with various interpretations and associations.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name GALAL can be found in ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics, where it was used to refer to individuals of noble or prestigious backgrounds. This association with nobility and grandeur has persisted throughout the ages, and the name has been carried by many influential figures in Egyptian history.

During the Islamic era, the name GALAL gained further significance as it was connected to the divine attributes of God in Islamic theology. Many Muslim scholars and religious leaders adopted the name or incorporated it into their titles, reflecting their reverence for the divine majesty.

In the 11th century, the name GALAL appeared in the writings of the renowned Muslim scholar and philosopher, Al-Ghazali (1058-1111), who was known for his profound contributions to Islamic thought and jurisprudence. His work, "The Revival of the Religious Sciences," is considered a masterpiece of Islamic literature.

Another notable figure bearing the name GALAL was the Egyptian poet and writer, Galal El-Dine El-Soyouti (1445-1505), who was celebrated for his mastery of Arabic literature and his prolific writings on various subjects, including poetry, linguistics, and Quranic exegesis.

In the 19th century, the name GALAL gained prominence in Egypt through the influential Galal family, which produced several notable figures. One such individual was Ahmed Galal (1835-1910), a prominent Egyptian statesman and diplomat who served as the Minister of Foreign Affairs and played a crucial role in shaping Egypt's international relations during the late 19th century.

Another prominent figure from the same family was Galal Mostafa (1879-1944), an Egyptian lawyer and politician who served as the Prime Minister of Egypt from 1928 to 1929. He was respected for his efforts in promoting constitutional reforms and advocating for greater political representation.

The name GALAL has also been associated with various place names in Egypt, such as Galal El-Qebleyah and Galal El-Bahreyah, which were ancient settlements located along the Nile River. These place names further reinforce the deep-rooted connection between the surname and the rich cultural heritage of Egypt.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Galal

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Galal.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Galal was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Galal has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Galal was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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