Alta
girl name#4265 in 2025Alta entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #137 in 1881, ranks #4265 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#4265
rank today
#137
peak (1881)
33
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #147 |
| 1890s | #152 |
| 1900s | #171 |
| 1910s | #215 |
| 1920s | #266 |
| 1930s | #337 |
| 1940s | #511 |
| 1950s | #877 |
| 1960s | #1517 |
| 1970s | #2080 |
| 1980s | #3247 |
| 1990s | #5306 |
| 2000s | #6521 |
| 2010s | #5642 |
| 2020s | #4726 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Alta has been most popular in UT, NY.
Living bearers
About 5,600 people named Alta are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Alta 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 Alta in 2025?
- Alta ranks #4265 among US girl names in 2025, with 33 babies given the name.
- When was the name Alta most popular?
- Alta peaked in 1881, reaching #137 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Alta with classmates?
- Alta will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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