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First name Gallus - Meaning, Origin and Rating
Origin
Nameday
16. Oktober
Meaning
The male first name Gallus has a Latin origin and means "the rooster". The name is closely connected to Roman mythology, as the rooster was seen as a symbol for the god Mars. In Christian tradition, Gallus is also the name of a saint who is considered the patron saint for chickens and poultry. The name is common in Germany and Switzerland and is often used as a surname.