The name Galatea is usually given to a Girl.
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The origin of the name lies in Greek.
Galatea is pronounced as gal-ah-TEE-ah
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Summary
Pronunciation
gal-ah-TEE-ah
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Meaning, origin and history of the name Galatea - Behind the Name
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Origin
Greek Mythology (Latinized)
Meaning
Latinized form of Greek Γαλάτεια (
Galateia), probably derived from γάλα (
Gala) meaning "milk". This was the name of several characters in Greek mythology including a sea nymph who was the daughter of
Doris and
Nereus and the lover of Acis. According to some sources, this was also the name of the ivory statue carved by
Pygmalion that came to life.