Galileo
Boy nameGalileo 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
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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