Al
al
US Popularity:11875
Origin:Celtic
Meaning:Harmony; Noble; Bright; All-powerful ruler
Al is a gender-neutral name with Celtic, English, and German roots. Today, it's found in all sorts of Western cultures, from Germany to the UK, with parents drawn to its meaning of "harmony," from the Celtic Alun. As a nickname for the Old English names Albert and Alberta, Al can mean "noble" and "bright," so it's ideal for encouraging baby to set a good example for the people around him. Al can also be a diminutive of the German name Alaric, which means "all-powerful ruler." Whether you use Al as a given name or a nickname, the sky is the limit when it comes to baby's potential.
Famous People Named Al
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- Al GoreUnited States Vice President
- Al PacinoActor
- Al SharptonCivil Rights Activist
- Al Unser Jr.Racecar Driver
How Popular Is The Name Al?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Al is currently #3275 on The Bump
Boy:Al is currently #1842 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Al is currently #2201 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Al is currently #11875 in U.S. births
Boy:Al is currently #5652 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#
in 2023
No change
from 2022
Sources
Ancestry, Al Family History
WordSense, Al
WordSense, Alan
Behind the Name, Alaw, March 2023
WordSense, Albert
Dictionary of Medieval Names from European Sources, Alaric
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