Algie Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationAL-jee / ˈæl.dʒiEnglish; Scottish
Meaning
English: Noble one; Scottish: Pledge
Historical & Cultural Background
Algie is often considered a diminutive of the name Algernon, which has roots in Old French. The name gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. It has been associated with nobility and aristocracy due to its meaning. Algie has also been used in various cultural contexts, including literature and theater.
Trend Summary
Algie has seen a decline in popularity in the United States over the past century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Algernon
- Algie
International Variants
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Famous people named Algie
Algie P. Morgan was an American politician known for his contributions to local governance.
Algie Smith is an American actor recognized for his roles in television and film.
Fictional characters named Algie
Algie is a character in the video game 'Bully', known for his role as a student at Bullworth Academy.
Algie is a character in the play 'The Importance of Being Earnest' by Oscar Wilde, serving as a friend to the protagonist.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Algie was first seen in the United States in 1880. Algie has ranked as high as #832 nationally, which occurred in 1919, and has been most popular in Virginia, Texas, Alabama, North Carolina, and Arkansas. In the past 5 years the name Algie has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Algie (1964)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
VA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 7 |
1883 | 6 |
1884 | 6 |
1885 | 6 |
1886 | 6 |
1888 | 5 |
1889 | 8 |
1891 | 6 |
1892 | 5 |
1894 | 10 |
1895 | 5 |
1896 | 8 |
1900 | 6 |
1901 | 8 |
1905 | 8 |
1906 | 8 |
1907 | 10 |
1908 | 7 |
1909 | 5 |
1910 | 12 |
1911 | 12 |
1912 | 27 |
1913 | 16 |
1914 | 25 |
1915 | 27 |
1916 | 24 |
1917 | 23 |
1918 | 29 |
1919 | 37 |
1920 | 28 |
1921 | 35 |
1922 | 32 |
1923 | 23 |
1924 | 29 |
1925 | 31 |
1926 | 26 |
1927 | 32 |
1928 | 21 |
1929 | 25 |
1930 | 28 |
1931 | 18 |
1932 | 30 |
1933 | 25 |
1934 | 21 |
1935 | 25 |
1936 | 18 |
1937 | 18 |
1938 | 18 |
1939 | 16 |
1940 | 22 |
1941 | 16 |
1942 | 22 |
1943 | 23 |
1944 | 19 |
1945 | 23 |
1946 | 23 |
1947 | 22 |
1948 | 23 |
1949 | 21 |
1950 | 24 |
1951 | 24 |
1952 | 21 |
1953 | 19 |
1954 | 14 |
1955 | 25 |
1956 | 18 |
1957 | 15 |
1958 | 20 |
1959 | 15 |
1960 | 12 |
1961 | 12 |
1962 | 11 |
1963 | 12 |
1964 | 18 |
1965 | 7 |
1966 | 5 |
1967 | 12 |
1968 | 15 |
1969 | 8 |
1970 | 13 |
1971 | 11 |
1972 | 6 |
1973 | 13 |
1974 | 11 |
1975 | 9 |
1976 | 7 |
1977 | 7 |
1979 | 7 |
1980 | 9 |
1981 | 10 |
1982 | 7 |
1984 | 7 |
1985 | 8 |
1986 | 6 |
1989 | 6 |
1990 | 5 |
1991 | 5 |