Aly Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationAL-ee / ˈæliHebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: 'oak tree'; English: diminutive of names like Alice or Alison
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Aly has roots in Hebrew, where it is associated with strength and stability, symbolized by the oak tree. In English-speaking countries, it often serves as a diminutive or nickname for longer names such as Alice or Alison. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, often reflecting a modern and approachable character.
Trend Summary
Aly has seen a steady presence in the US, often as a popular nickname.
Similar Names
Variants
- Allie
- Ali
International Variants
- Aly (English)
- Ally (English)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Aly was first seen in the United States in 1977. Aly has ranked as high as #1347 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, Georgia, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Aly has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Aly (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 8 | |
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 16 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1998 | 17 |
| 1999 | 20 |
| 2000 | 22 |
| 2001 | 16 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 25 |
| 2004 | 31 |
| 2005 | 57 |
| 2006 | 68 |
| 2007 | 56 |
| 2008 | 75 |
| 2009 | 50 |
| 2010 | 56 |
| 2011 | 59 |
| 2012 | 66 |
| 2013 | 60 |
| 2014 | 57 |
| 2015 | 70 |
| 2016 | 76 |
| 2017 | 61 |
| 2018 | 54 |
| 2019 | 62 |
| 2020 | 49 |
| 2021 | 51 |
| 2022 | 58 |
| 2023 | 39 |
| 2024 | 38 |