60%RatingSave Gender Masculine Usage English (Rare) Pronounced Pron. GAL-ə-gər [key·IPA] Expand LinksMeaning & History From an Irish surname that was derived from Ó Gallchobhair meaning "descendant of GALLCHOBHAR". Rate·DetailsPeople think this name is classic mature wholesome strong rough strange complex serious Categories surnames Entry updated November 16, 2019 ·