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Galahad

Gender: Masculine
Language: English
Etymology:
Galahad is an Arthurian name, one invented by the author of La Queste del’ Saint Graal. It is possibly derived from Hebrew Gilead.

History:
Galahad is a name out of later Arthurian legend, one belonging to the pure, uncorrupted son of Lancelot and Elaine. It was used as a given name only rarely.

Pronunciation: gal-ah-had.

Famous Bearers:
Fictional Characters:
Sir Galahad
In Arthurian legend, Sir Galahad was the son of Lancelot and Elaine. He was the noblest and purest of the knights.

Popularity:
Percentage from the 1990 U.S. Census:
less than 0.004 % named Galahad

Popularity of Galahad:
Popularity (for newborns):
In the United States...
1900-2000: N/A

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