There are
1663
Galushas in the USA
Galusha is the
17072nd
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Galusha

HenryGalusha

Henry Galusha was an American politician and lawyer who served as the 11th Governor of Vermont from 1852 to 1853.

CharlesGalusha

Charles Galusha was an American politician who served as the 7th Lieutenant Governor of Michigan from 1863 to 1864.

OscarGalusha

Oscar Galusha was an American football player who played as a halfback for the Michigan Wolverines from 1896 to 1898.

FrederickGalusha

Frederick Galusha was an American lawyer and politician who served as a member of the New York State Senate from 1830 to 1833.

HannahGalusha

Hannah Galusha was an American author and poet known for her book 'Poems and Sketches' published in 1892.

WalterGalusha

Walter Galusha was an American college basketball player who played as a guard for the University of Illinois Fighting Illini in the 1920s.

EmilyGalusha

Emily Galusha is an American actress known for her roles in independent films such as 'The Elixir' and 'The Innkeeper.'

AlvinGalusha

Alvin Galusha was a pioneer settler of the Minnesota Territory and played a significant role in the development of the city of Minneapolis.

SarahGalusha

Sarah Galusha is an American artist known for her abstract paintings and mixed media artworks showcased in various galleries and exhibitions.

DavidGalusha

David Galusha is a renowned chef and restaurateur known for his innovative culinary creations and his popular restaurant chain 'Galusha's Grill.'

Galusha Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Galusha' is of Polish origin. It is an anglicized form of the Polish surname 'Galuza' or 'Galuzy' which means 'branch' or 'twigs' in Polish. The name likely originated as a nickname for someone who lived near a grove or a wooded area.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Galusha' is primarily found in the United States, particularly in the northeastern states such as New York, Vermont, and Michigan. There are also smaller pockets of Galusha families in Canada and Poland.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Galusha' include 'Galuza', 'Galuzy', and 'Galusza'.
Migration and ImmigrationThe name 'Galusha' likely came to the United States with Polish immigrants, particularly during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Many Polish immigrants settled in industrial areas in the northeastern United States, where they found work in factories and mines.