Galadriel

gah-LAH- dree-ul
Literary name
"maiden crowned with a radiant garland"

Galadriel Origin and Meaning

The name Galadriel is a girl's name meaning "maiden crowned with a radiant garland".

The name of the wise and beautiful elfin princess in J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings novels, best known through Cate Blanchett's immortal representation in the film series. This ethereal name has a gorgeous meaning and a lot of weight.

Famous People Named Galadriel

  • (Margaret Elizabeth) Galadriel StinemanAmerican actress and model

Galadriel in Pop Culture

  • Galadrielelf queen of Lothlorien in the Lord of the Rings trilogy
  • Galadriel "Gilly" Hopkinsmain character in "The Great Gilly Hopkins" by Katherine Paterson

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