Alpha Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationAL-fah / ˈæl.fəGreek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: 'first'; Latin: 'the beginning'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Alpha is derived from the Greek letter 'Alpha', which is the first letter of the Greek alphabet. In various contexts, it symbolizes beginnings or the first in a series. The name has been used in different cultures, often associated with leadership or primacy. Its use in modern contexts includes references in science and technology, such as in the term 'alpha male'.
Trend Summary
The name Alpha has seen limited popularity in the U.S., often used more in niche contexts.
Similar Names
Variants
- Alfie
- Alf
International Variants
- Alfa (Italian)
- Alf (Scandinavian)
Famous people named Alpha
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alpha was first seen in the United States in 1880. Alpha has ranked as high as #1286 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in New York, Maryland, Pennsylvania, California, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Alpha has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Alpha (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 21 | |
| MD | 8 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 6 |
| 1881 | 9 |
| 1882 | 14 |
| 1883 | 11 |
| 1884 | 12 |
| 1885 | 12 |
| 1886 | 8 |
| 1887 | 5 |
| 1888 | 6 |
| 1889 | 7 |
| 1890 | 8 |
| 1891 | 7 |
| 1892 | 10 |
| 1894 | 9 |
| 1896 | 6 |
| 1897 | 11 |
| 1898 | 6 |
| 1899 | 6 |
| 1900 | 6 |
| 1901 | 12 |
| 1902 | 14 |
| 1904 | 5 |
| 1905 | 5 |
| 1906 | 7 |
| 1907 | 10 |
| 1908 | 9 |
| 1910 | 6 |
| 1911 | 9 |
| 1912 | 20 |
| 1913 | 25 |
| 1914 | 23 |
| 1915 | 30 |
| 1916 | 30 |
| 1917 | 39 |
| 1918 | 24 |
| 1919 | 27 |
| 1920 | 23 |
| 1921 | 30 |
| 1922 | 41 |
| 1923 | 26 |
| 1924 | 31 |
| 1925 | 25 |
| 1926 | 20 |
| 1927 | 30 |
| 1928 | 16 |
| 1929 | 15 |
| 1930 | 22 |
| 1931 | 23 |
| 1932 | 28 |
| 1933 | 18 |
| 1934 | 16 |
| 1935 | 20 |
| 1936 | 14 |
| 1937 | 16 |
| 1938 | 18 |
| 1939 | 10 |
| 1940 | 17 |
| 1941 | 15 |
| 1943 | 11 |
| 1944 | 7 |
| 1945 | 11 |
| 1946 | 16 |
| 1947 | 13 |
| 1948 | 16 |
| 1949 | 19 |
| 1950 | 17 |
| 1951 | 13 |
| 1952 | 16 |
| 1953 | 11 |
| 1954 | 14 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1956 | 10 |
| 1957 | 15 |
| 1958 | 7 |
| 1959 | 10 |
| 1960 | 9 |
| 1961 | 12 |
| 1962 | 10 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1964 | 14 |
| 1965 | 8 |
| 1966 | 12 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1969 | 10 |
| 1970 | 7 |
| 1971 | 10 |
| 1972 | 14 |
| 1973 | 12 |
| 1974 | 13 |
| 1975 | 11 |
| 1976 | 9 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 15 |
| 1979 | 15 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 11 |
| 1982 | 13 |
| 1983 | 14 |
| 1984 | 11 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1989 | 12 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1991 | 10 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 16 |
| 1994 | 13 |
| 1995 | 14 |
| 1996 | 15 |
| 1997 | 17 |
| 1998 | 20 |
| 1999 | 33 |
| 2000 | 35 |
| 2001 | 39 |
| 2002 | 38 |
| 2003 | 40 |
| 2004 | 32 |
| 2005 | 41 |
| 2006 | 51 |
| 2007 | 46 |
| 2008 | 50 |
| 2009 | 50 |
| 2010 | 44 |
| 2011 | 33 |
| 2012 | 38 |
| 2013 | 41 |
| 2014 | 43 |
| 2015 | 43 |
| 2016 | 61 |
| 2017 | 52 |
| 2018 | 50 |
| 2019 | 67 |
| 2020 | 66 |
| 2021 | 49 |
| 2022 | 61 |
| 2023 | 54 |
| 2024 | 74 |