Galba, its common name in Trinidad, may have been the origin of the stage name of Grenadian-born calypsonian, Sir Galba.
On the other hand, he could have been named after the galba tree Calophyllum antillanum which is noted for its hard wood and was a favourite for making spinning tops.
Calophyllum inophyllum | Calophyllum | Calophyllum tomentosum | Calophyllum robustum | Calophyllum antillanum |