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Data: Social Security Administration, US births 1880–2024

Alby — Meaning, Origin & Popularity | Namesake
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Albus|Alchemy
ScottishBoy→ Stable

Alby

AL-bee · 2 syllables

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Outside top 1000

Last ranked #12314 in 2023

Peak: #9008 in 2022

→ Stable

Outside top 1000

Last ranked #12314 in 2023

Peak: #9008 in 2022

5yr change
—
Birth frequency
1.4 per 1,000,000 births
Sex split
100% boy · 0% girl

Popularity Over Time

↑ Higher on this chart = more popular · ↓ Lower = less popular

Average0255075100Popularity score (0–100)20212023

Rank #12314 · Falling since 2021

This name is given to very few babies each year — it sits outside the range shown in these charts.

Namesake Score
42
Higher than 42% of names
Combines uniqueness, trend, meaning, feasibility, and search interest.
Trend
→ Stable
Based on SSA rank velocity
Feasibility
Limited
.com taken · — · clear
Low friction, available
Uniqueness
45
Won't be common in class
Name DNA
ClassicVintageBoy2-syllableGermanic RootNicknameRetroShort FormBritishApproachable
Character
friendly charmquiet loyaltygentle humorhonest nature
STRONG
High confidence

Alby is a Scottish boy name with steady SSA rankings. Full rank detail will appear once SSA data is linked.

Trend:→ Stable
Feasibility:.com taken · — · clear
Popularity:—
Alby at a Glance
Meaning:Short form of Albert, from Old English meaning 'noble and bright'. Also used as an independent name with Scottish heritage.
Language root:Old English · Germanic
Peak rank:#9008 in 2022
5yr change:—
Sex usage:100% boy · 0% girl
Notable bearers
Alby Mangels
Film and television producer
Similar Sound
AlbieAlfieAubieArchieArby
Similar Style
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Works Well With
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Source: Social Security Administration baby names data. Popularity data reflects US births. Feasibility data updated monthly.
Name Intelligence
Alby · Overview
Summary

Alby is a Scottish boy name with steady SSA rankings. Full rank detail will appear once SSA data is linked.

Search interest: 0/100 → Stable

Strengths
Classic · Vintage character
Alby carries a warm, grounded quality that makes it distinctive without being invented.
Considerations
Domain taken
alby.com is not available. Alternative TLDs may work.
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Data source:Social Security Administration
Coverage:US births 1879–2024
Updated:January 2025
ISR:Refreshes monthly
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