Javanese · Sundanese · Indonesian

Galih

Pronounced GAH-lihShare

Meaning: Heart; mind; essence

  • Boy
  • Rare gem
  • 2 syllables

The story

Galih is a Javanese and Sundanese name with senses of heart, mind or inner essence. “Inner strength” is a personal interpretation of those meanings.

Popularity

Rare gem

Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.

Style

Origins

Galih comes from Javanese, Sundanese, and Indonesian.

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Rare gem
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