How popular is the name Alger in 2025?

Alger is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Alger most popular?

Alger peaked in 1898, reaching #663 among US boy names.

Alger will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Alger entered the US charts in 1886, peaked at #663 in 1898, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#663

peak (1898)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 200 people named Alger are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Alger alive today was born around 1930, making them about 95 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Alger in 2025?: Alger is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Alger most popular?: Alger peaked in 1898, reaching #663 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Alger with classmates?: Alger will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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