Galii

Galii is a term that appears in several unrelated contexts. It may be used as a historical ethnonym variant for Gauls, as a fictional people in fantasy or science fiction, or as a surname in modern contexts. Because it lacks a single, canonical meaning, the precise sense of "Galii" is determined by the source in which it occurs.

Originating from the Latin root Gallus meaning “Gaul” or “inhabitant of Gaul,” the standard classical Latin plural name for the Gauls is Galli. The form Galii is not part of standard classical Latin and is generally considered nonstandard, though it may appear in some modern transliterations, medieval manuscripts, or derivative works.

In historical writing, Gauls are usually referred to as Galli. Instances of "Galii" as a plural form are rare and are typically the result of transcription practices, typographical variants, or later linguistic adaptation rather than a distinct historical term.

In fiction and world-building, Galii is commonly used as the name of a fictional people, federation, or language. Such depictions often draw on Celtic and Roman-era imagery to evoke a Gaulish flavor, while assigning contemporary political structures, customs, or mythologies to suit the story.

Related terms include Gauls, Gaul, and Galli (disambiguation) for related uses in classical, linguistic, and modern contexts.