Galles History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe distinguished German surname Galles is derived from the Celtic word "Gallus," meaning "foreigner, stranger." During the Middle Ages, the name was popular throughout Europe in various forms due to the fame of St. Gall, a 7th century Irish monk. "Galles" was initially bestowed as a personal name in Germany, and was likely transformed into a surname during the late 11th century. Early Origins of the Galles familyThe surname Galles was first found in various regions of Germany. The surname emerged independently in the regions of Bavaria, Pomerania, Silesia, and Oldenburg, creating several branches of the family as early as the 13th century. The young Galles family was instrumental during this early period, each branch playing a major role in the development of medieval German society in its particular region. Early History of the Galles familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Galles research. Another 108 words (8 lines of text) covering the years 1595, 1601, 1650, 1812, 1815, 1846, 1855 and 1910 are included under the topic Early Galles History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Galles Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Gall, Gallus, Gaul, Gaw, Galuska, Galusha, Galuscha, Galluska, Gallusha, Galle, Kala, Kalis and many more. Early Notables of the Galles familyAnother 42 words (3 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Galles Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Galles RankingIn the United States, the name Galles is the 18,701st most popular surname with an estimated 2,487 people with that name. 1
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Galles Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
Galles Settlers in United States in the 20th Century
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