GALKA
Galka
Galka is a British surname that has its origins in Eastern Europe, particularly in countries such as Poland and Slovakia. The surname is thought to be of Slavic origin, derived from the word "galka" which means a small ball or sphere.
The migration of people from Eastern Europe to the United Kingdom in the 19th and 20th centuries has led to the presence of the Galka surname within British communities. Individuals bearing the surname Galka have made notable contributions in various fields, including academia, arts, and business.
Despite its relatively limited prevalence in the United Kingdom, the Galka surname carries with it a rich history and heritage from its Eastern European roots. It represents a testament to the diversity and interconnectedness of British society.
There are approximately 92 people named Galka in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Galka.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Krzysztof
- Lukasz
- Maciej
- Marcin
- Mariusz
- Piotr
- Slawomir
- Sylwester
- Tomasz
Female
- Agnieszka
- Alicja
- Anna
- Edyta
- Ewelina
- Joanna
- Justyna
- Katarzyna
- Malgorzata
- Marta