Alpha
girl name#13208 in 2025Alpha entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #301 in 1881, ranks #13208 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#13208
rank today
#301
peak (1881)
6
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #331 |
| 1890s | #334 |
| 1900s | #370 |
| 1910s | #449 |
| 1920s | #591 |
| 1930s | #751 |
| 1940s | #1144 |
| 1950s | #2074 |
| 1960s | #3566 |
| 1970s | #4612 |
| 1980s | #7494 |
| 1990s | #7885 |
| 2000s | #12136 |
| 2010s | #12811 |
| 2020s | #12101 |
Living bearers
About 1,400 people named Alpha are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Alpha alive today was born around 1921, making them about 104 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Alpha in 2025?
- Alpha ranks #13208 among US girl names in 2025, with 6 babies given the name.
- When was the name Alpha most popular?
- Alpha peaked in 1881, reaching #301 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Alpha with classmates?
- Alpha will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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