Pagan Names

Galena

Pronounced ga LEEN uh
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About the name Galena

Galena is a girl's name of Greek origin. It is a variant of the name Galen, which means "calm" and also the name of a natural lead ore mineral once used as kohl around the eyes of ancient Egyptians for cosmetic purposes and to repel flies and reduce glare.

Related Names

Galina, Galyna

Origin
Mediterranean
Greek

stones and minerals

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