Albion Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAL-bee-on / /ˈæl.bi.ɒn/Latin; Old English
Meaning
Latin: white; Old English: from Albion, a poetic name for Britain
Historical & Cultural Background
Albion is an ancient name for Great Britain, derived from the Latin word 'albus,' meaning white. It has been used in literature and poetry to evoke a sense of nostalgia and beauty associated with the British Isles. The name has historical significance in various texts, including works by William Blake. In modern times, it is less commonly used but retains a classic charm.
Trend Summary
Albion has seen limited use in recent years, maintaining a niche appeal.
Similar Names
Variants
- Alby
- Albie
International Variants
- Albion (English)
Famous people named Albion
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Albion was first seen in the United States in 1880. Albion has ranked as high as #858 nationally, which occurred in 1921, and has been most popular in Maine, Massachusetts, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Albion has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Albion (2011)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 6 |
| 1881 | 7 |
| 1882 | 7 |
| 1884 | 7 |
| 1885 | 5 |
| 1892 | 6 |
| 1893 | 6 |
| 1895 | 5 |
| 1905 | 5 |
| 1906 | 6 |
| 1909 | 5 |
| 1912 | 8 |
| 1913 | 15 |
| 1914 | 14 |
| 1915 | 12 |
| 1916 | 17 |
| 1917 | 19 |
| 1918 | 16 |
| 1919 | 12 |
| 1920 | 16 |
| 1921 | 26 |
| 1922 | 14 |
| 1923 | 12 |
| 1924 | 10 |
| 1925 | 18 |
| 1926 | 14 |
| 1927 | 9 |
| 1928 | 9 |
| 1929 | 12 |
| 1930 | 11 |
| 1931 | 9 |
| 1932 | 11 |
| 1933 | 9 |
| 1934 | 8 |
| 1935 | 6 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1943 | 6 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1945 | 7 |
| 1946 | 7 |
| 1947 | 6 |
| 1951 | 10 |
| 1952 | 6 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1954 | 6 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1966 | 7 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 13 |
| 2011 | 14 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 5 |