Alla Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: AH-lah /ˈɑː.lə/
Origin: Hebrew; Arabic; Slavic
Meaning: Hebrew: 'noble'; Arabic: 'exalted'; Slavic: 'bright, shining'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Alla has its roots in various linguistic traditions, primarily deriving from the Arabic word "Allah," which means "God." This term is central to Islamic theology and is used by Arabic-speaking Christians and Jews as well. The name has also been associated with the Hebrew name "El," which similarly denotes divinity.
The transition of the name into English can be traced through the influence of Arabic culture and language, particularly during the medieval period when interactions between the Islamic world and Europe increased, especially through trade and the Crusades. Historically, the name Alla has been linked to significant figures in religious texts and traditions.
In the context of Islam, the name is often invoked in prayers and religious expressions, emphasizing its sacred connotation. In Christianity, the Hebrew equivalent has been used in various biblical translations, including the King James Bible, which was completed in the early 17th century.
The name's association with divinity has made it a symbol of faith and reverence across different cultures and languages. Culturally, Alla carries a weight of spiritual significance, often representing a connection to the divine.
In various traditions, names that reference God or divine attributes are considered powerful and are often chosen for their auspicious meanings. The name has also seen variations and diminutives in different cultures, although these are less commonly noted in historical texts.
Overall, the name Alla encapsulates a rich tapestry of linguistic, historical, and cultural significance that has endured through centuries.
Famous people named Alla
In this section, you will find notable people named Alla. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Alla who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Alla who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Alla Pugacheva is a singer and actress best known for her songs and performances in the Soviet Union and Russia.
Alla Nazimova is an actress and screenwriter best known for Salomé, A Doll's House, and The Red Lanterns.
Alla Kliouka is a model and actress best known for her work in fashion and film.
Alla Levushkina is a figure skater best known for her performances in international competitions.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alla was first seen in the United States in 1880.
Alla has ranked as high as #2992 nationally, which occurred in 1927, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Washington, and Arkansas.
In the past 5 years the name Alla has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Alla is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Alla was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Alla.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 2023 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 2022 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 2021 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 2020 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 2018 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 2017 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 2016 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 2015 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 2014 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 2013 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 2012 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 2011 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 2010 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 2009 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 2008 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 2007 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 2006 | 18 | 0 | 18 |
| 2005 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 2004 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 2003 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 2002 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 2001 | 22 | 0 | 22 |
| 2000 | 19 | 0 | 19 |
| 1999 | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| 1998 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 1997 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 1996 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1995 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 1994 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 1993 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 1992 | 17 | 5 | 12 |
| 1991 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1990 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1989 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1988 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1987 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1986 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1984 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1968 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1963 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1957 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1956 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1955 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1954 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1952 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1951 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1950 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1949 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1947 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 1946 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1945 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1944 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1943 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 1942 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 1941 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1940 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1939 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 1938 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 1937 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1936 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 1935 | 18 | 0 | 18 |
| 1934 | 18 | 0 | 18 |
| 1933 | 23 | 0 | 23 |
| 1932 | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| 1931 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 1930 | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| 1929 | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| 1928 | 20 | 0 | 20 |
| 1927 | 25 | 0 | 25 |
| 1926 | 21 | 0 | 21 |
| 1925 | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| 1924 | 24 | 0 | 24 |
| 1923 | 22 | 0 | 22 |
| 1922 | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| 1921 | 22 | 0 | 22 |
| 1920 | 23 | 0 | 23 |
| 1919 | 23 | 0 | 23 |
| 1918 | 23 | 0 | 23 |
| 1917 | 20 | 0 | 20 |
| 1916 | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| 1915 | 20 | 0 | 20 |
| 1914 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 1913 | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| 1912 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 1911 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1910 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1909 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 1908 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 1907 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 1904 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1903 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1902 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1901 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 1900 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1899 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1898 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1897 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1895 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1894 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1893 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1892 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1891 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1890 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1889 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1887 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1883 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1881 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1880 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
Top States for Alla (2006)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| WA | 6 |