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

Galick, 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 Galick surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Galick in America

Galick is the 116201st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Galick surname appeared 150 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 Galick.

We can also compare 2010 data for Galick 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 Galick

The surname Galick is of English origin, and it can be traced back to the late 16th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old English word "galec," which means "jovial" or "merry." The name was likely given as a nickname to someone with a cheerful or jovial personality.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Galick can be found in the parish records of St. Giles in Cripplegate, London, where a John Galick was baptized in 1589. This suggests that the name was already in use by the late 16th century in the London area.

In the 17th century, the name appears to have spread to other parts of England, with records showing Galicks residing in counties such as Yorkshire and Lincolnshire. The spelling variations during this time included Galicke, Gallicke, and Gallyck.

The Galick surname is not found in the famous Domesday Book of 1086, which suggests that it emerged as a surname after the Norman Conquest of England in 1066. However, it is possible that the name existed in its earlier form as a nickname or descriptive name before becoming a hereditary surname.

One notable individual with the surname Galick was Sir Richard Galick (1620-1689), an English merchant and Member of Parliament for the borough of Maldon in Essex during the reign of Charles II. He was known for his involvement in the East India Company and his role in promoting colonial trade.

Another historical figure was John Galick (1745-1812), a Scottish artist and engraver who was renowned for his portrait miniatures and landscapes. His works can be found in several notable collections, including the National Galleries of Scotland.

In the 19th century, a prominent Galick was Samuel Galick (1822-1897), an English author and journalist who wrote extensively on social reform and educational issues. He was a prolific writer and contributed to various publications, including the Cornhill Magazine and the Quarterly Review.

Another notable individual was Elizabeth Galick (1867-1945), an English suffragette and activist who campaigned for women's rights and played a significant role in the British women's suffrage movement. She was involved in organizing protests and demonstrations, and her efforts contributed to the eventual granting of voting rights to women in the United Kingdom.

Lastly, a more recent figure was Alfred Galick (1906-1988), an American author and historian known for his works on the American Civil War and the history of the United States. His book "The Civil War: A Narrative" is considered a seminal work on the subject and has been widely acclaimed for its detailed accounts and scholarly approach.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Galick

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

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 Galick 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 Galick 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 Galick was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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