The surname Gallan was first found in Hamburg, where the name contributed greatly to the development of an emerging nation which would later play a large role in the tribal and national conflicts of the area. In later years the name branched into many houses, each playing a significant role in the local social and political affairs. Galen is also connected to several place names in the Holstein region.
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Spelling variations of this family name include: Galen, Galan, Galand, Galend, Galenner, Galendorf, Galenhaus, Gelen, Gelende, Gallen, Gallan and many more.
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