Galves Name Meaning, Origin and Heraldry

People called Galves share their surname's story with Gálvez, of which it is a variant. Galves is listed among the recognised spellings of Gálvez. The family name meaning is “son of Galbo”, the same as for Gálvez.

Other spellings include Galván.

Heraldry is personal: arms associated with the Gálvez surname were borne by specific families, and sharing the name does not mean sharing the blazon. For the full story, order the Galves surname pack.