Galilee, of Hebrew origin, translates to "wave" or "round". It's a unisex name that has been used historically, but is less common today. In the Bible, Galilee was a region where many significant events occurred during Jesus' ministry. The name gained popularity in medieval Europe after the Crusades, likely due to its association with the Holy Land. Today, it's often seen as an alternative to more traditional names like Galile or Galilea.
The number of births named Galilee have shown a significant increase over the years, with a total of 554 children bearing this name between 2001 and 2023. While the initial years had fewer births (ranging from 7 to 12), there was a notable surge starting from 2016 onwards, with numbers consistently above 30. The most recent year, 2023, saw an all-time high of 62 births named Galilee.