GALANIS
Galanis
Galanis is a relatively rare British surname with origins in Greece. The name has been adopted by families who have Greek heritage but have settled in the United Kingdom. The etymology of the surname traces back to Greek roots, with variations in different regions of Greece.
Those who bear the surname Galanis may be able to trace their ancestry to regions such as Crete or Peloponnese in Greece, where the name is more prevalent. Over time, individuals with the surname Galanis have migrated to Britain, contributing to the multicultural fabric of the country.
As with many surnames, the history and meaning of Galanis can vary depending on the family's specific lineage and historical context. Researching one's genealogy and understanding the cultural significance of the name can provide valuable insights into one's heritage and identity.
While the surname Galanis may not be as common as some other British surnames, it nonetheless represents a part of the diverse tapestry of names found in the United Kingdom, showcasing the country's rich history of immigration and cultural exchange.
There are approximately 50 people named Galanis in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Galanis.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Chris
- Eleftherios
- Grigorios
- Nikolaos
- Thomas
Female
- Panayiota
- Rachel
- Sian
Similar and related surnames
- Cluness
- Gaelan
- Gahlan
- Gailani
- Gailans
- Galais
- Galan
- Galanakis
- Galang
- Galani
- Galano
- Galanos
- Galanou
- Galanti
- Galantis
- Galeano
- Galgani
- Galinis
- Galins
- Gallaghn
- Gallais
- Gallan
- Gallands
- Gallani
- Galleni
- Gallerani
- Galliani
- Gallins
- Galonis
- Galounis
- Galvani
- Ghailan
- Ghalan
- Ghalani
- Ghelani
- Gleanis
- Glenis
- Glennis
- Gwalani
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.