Why Jake Paul is nicknamed 'El Gallo' and what it means

Jake Paul has gone by many nicknamed in his career on YouTube and in the boxing ring — remember “Problem Child?”

But now, he’s going by El Gallo, or El Gallo Dorado. Where does that come from and what does that mean? It’s Spanish for the fighting rooster of Dorado, which is a nickname he says got from Puerto Rico, where he owns a massive compound and mansion.

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So if you’re wondering what he’s worn a hat that made his head look like a rooster, now you know where all of that comes from.