The name Gameleira is derived from the large number of Gameleira trees (family Moraceae) that were growing in the region.

In 1860, the Recife–São Francisco Railroad [pt] established a station in Gameleira.

Local sugarcane plantations used the railroad to transport sugar to the port in Recife.

The main economic activities in Gameleira are based in agribusiness, especially plantation of sugarcane; and creations of cattle and buffalos.

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