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Galileo

Boy name

Galileo has been given to 530 babies in the U.S. since 1915. It peaked in 2022. In 2025, about 1 in 68,323 boys was named Galileo.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

530

Peak year

2022 (44 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1915

10-year trend

▼ -17%

Gender split

All boys

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Galileo — alternate spellings parents actually use.

Names with a similar vibe

Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Galileo.

Sibling name ideas for Galileo

Same era and popularity as Galileo, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.

FAQ

How popular is the name Galileo?

Galileo has been given to 530 babies in the U.S. since 1915. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Galileo peak?

Galileo peaked in 2022, when 44 babies were given the name.

Is Galileo a girl or boy name?

Galileo is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Galileo are boys).

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