Galadriel
gal-AH-dree-el
Galadriel is a girl’s name of Welsh origin, meaning “Meaning "maiden crowned with a garland of bright hair", Galadriel is a name from J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings. It's associated with beauty and wisdom.”. It currently ranks #7697 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2003.
What Galadriel Means
“Meaning "maiden crowned with a garland of bright hair", Galadriel is a name from J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings. It's associated with beauty and wisdom.”
The Story of Galadriel
Her name whispers of light and ancient forests, a queen of enduring grace.
From the mind of J.R.R. Tolkien, Galadriel is a name rooted in Welsh origins, meaning 'maiden crowned with a garland of bright hair.' It evokes an image of luminous beauty and profound wisdom from a legendary realm.
This name is for your daughter, a beacon of wisdom and elegance. You envision a soul with deep empathy and an unshakeable inner strength, a gentle ruler of her own destiny.
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Numerology
The Adventurer
Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.
Famous Namesakes
Galadriel Stineman
American actress, best known for the web series 'The Crew'.
Galadriel
The Elven Queen in J.R.R. Tolkien's 'The Lord of the Rings'.
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Spelling Variations
Peak Year
#15 in 2003
Total Births
219
First Recorded
1969
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