Alegria Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-LEH-gree-ah / æ.leˈɡɾi.aSpanish; Latin
Meaning
Spanish: joy; Latin: happiness
Historical & Cultural Background
Alegria is a name of Spanish origin, derived from the word 'alegría,' which means joy or happiness. It is often used in Spanish-speaking cultures and reflects a positive and cheerful sentiment. The name has gained some popularity in various regions, particularly in Latin America and among Spanish-speaking communities.
Trend Summary
Alegria has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Alegría
International Variants
- Allegra (Italian)
- Allegra (English)
Famous people named Alegria
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alegria was first seen in the United States in 1975. Alegria has ranked as high as #1328 nationally, which occurred in 2011, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Alegria has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Alegria (2011)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 14 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 18 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2024 | 9 |