Alegra Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-LEH-grah / əˈlɛɡrəItalian; Spanish
Meaning
Italian: joyful; Spanish: cheerful
Historical & Cultural Background
Alegra is derived from the Italian word 'allegro,' which means cheerful or joyful. It is often associated with happiness and light-heartedness. The name has been used in various cultures, particularly in Italian and Spanish-speaking regions. Its popularity has fluctuated over time but remains a charming choice for girls.
Trend Summary
Alegra has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Allegra
International Variants
- Allegra (Italian)
- Alegra (Spanish)
Famous people named Alegra
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Fictional characters named Alegra
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alegra was first seen in the United States in 1952. Alegra has ranked as high as #1330 nationally, which occurred in 2010, and has been most popular in California, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Alegra has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Alegra (2012)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1976 | 9 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 20 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1991 | 14 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 15 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 13 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 15 |
| 2010 | 22 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 13 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 7 |