Gali is a unique and distinctive given name of Hebrew origin, meaning "wave" or "surge." It is predominantly used as a female name but can also be used for males. In the Bible, Gali was the wife of Hotham, one of the sons of Jacob through his concubine Zilpah. The name Gali is not particularly common in English-speaking countries but may be more familiar to those with knowledge of Hebrew or Jewish culture. It offers a beautiful and meaningful option for parents seeking a lesser-known yet significant name for their child.
The name Gali experienced varied popularity over time, with peaks in recent years. The highest number of births was recorded in 2023, with 13 occurrences. However, there were periods with no recorded births between 2002 and 2004, and again from 2014 to 2017. Overall, the name has been chosen 154 times since 2000.