Gallagher

Q: How popular is the name Gallagher?

Gallagher is ranked #18292 in popularity for boy names.

Pronunciation: [ g-AL-uhg-er ]

Boy Name #18,292 Most Popular Hidden Gem 9 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Gallagher is a boy name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced g-AL-uhg-er.

Parents who love the name Gallagher often also consider Taves, Thoran, Almighty .

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Popularity Over Time

#18,292

Current Rank

Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #18,292
Total SSA Count: 6

Nicknames

Gal Gay Galie Gallie

Middle Name Ideas

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Gallagher Myles

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Frequently Asked Questions About Gallagher

Is Gallagher a boy or girl name?

Gallagher is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Gallagher?

Gallagher is pronounced g-AL-uhg-er.

How popular is the name Gallagher?

Gallagher is currently ranked #18292 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Gallagher?

Common nicknames for Gallagher include Gal, Gay, Galie, and Gallie.

Is Gallagher a common or rare name?

Gallagher is an uncommon name, ranked #18292 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Gallagher

Gallagher is a boy name .

Gallagher is currently ranked #18,292 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Gallagher include Gal, Gay, Galie, and Gallie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.