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 |
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CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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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 |