The baby name Alpha is a Unisex name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈæl.fə/ (AL-fuh).
Alpha is Greek in Origin.
The baby name Alpha is a Unisex name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈæl.fə/ (AL-fuh).
Alpha is Greek in Origin.
Alpha derives from the Greek letter name alpha (Α, α), itself from Phoenician aleph “ox,” later generalized to mean “first” or “beginning.” In Western culture it carries associations of primacy, leadership, and, in Christian theology, divine eternity through the phrase “the Alpha and the Omega” in Revelation.
Used sparingly as a given name in English since the 19th century, Alpha appears in US records for both sexes, with a slight historical tilt toward girls. The name is also common in parts of West Africa - seen in figures like Alpha Condé - where Islamic scholarly titles have influenced personal naming. Variant forms include Alfa (the international/NATO spelling) and the Greek Άλφα; nicknames range from Al to Allie. Modern usage leans unisex and contemporary, valued for its bold sound and symbolic sense of “first,” “chief,” or “new beginning.”
| Alpha Condé Alpha Condé is a prominent politician from Guinea, best known for serving as the President of Guinea from 2010 to 2021. He played a significant role in the country's political landscape, being the first freely elected president in Guinea's history. His tenure was marked by efforts to reform the economy and improve infrastructure, although it also faced criticism for issues related to governance and human rights. | Alpha Oumar Konaré Alpha Oumar Konaré is a prominent Malian politician who served as the President of Mali from 1992 to 2002. He played a key role in Mali's transition to democracy and later became the Chairperson of the African Union Commission. His leadership significantly impacted Mali's political landscape and the broader African continent. | Alpha Blondy Alpha Blondy is a musician from the Ivory Coast, best known for his reggae music. His popular songs include 'Cocody Rock' and 'Jerusalem', which have resonated with audiences worldwide. Born in 1953, he has become a prominent figure in the reggae scene with his unique style and powerful lyrics. |
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BF | 0 | #9 | 2 | 188 | |
| BF | Boys | 0 | #26 | 1 | 439 |
| DJ | Boys | 0 | #36 | 1 | 657 |
| BI | Boys | 0 | #44 | 1 | 917 |
| CM | 0 | #56 | 1 | 2,592 | |
| AO | 0 | #74 | 4 | 2,729 | |
| AF | 0 | #76 | 1 | 1,883 | |
| QA | 0 | #106 | 1 | 7,011 | |
| PH | 0 | #110 | 1 | 5,607 | |
| Switzerland | Boys | 2024 | #135 | 3 | 1,769 |
| BW | Girls | 0 | #151 | 1 | 4,216 |
| BW | Boys | 0 | #154 | 1 | 4,685 |
| Belgium | Boys | 2024 | #169 | 20 | 401 |
| Sweden | Boys | 2022 | #181 | 2 | 1,509 |
| AO | Boys | 0 | #182 | 61 | 5,568 |
| AE | 0 | #186 | 2 | 10,220 | |
| LU | Girls | 0 | #190 | 1 | 4,850 |
| AR | 0 | #193 | 1 | 2,915 | |
| AO | Girls | 0 | #200 | 10 | 4,575 |
| PL | 0 | #212 | 1 | 2,600 | |
| LU | Boys | 0 | #217 | 4 | 4,970 |
| NA | Boys | 0 | #253 | 1 | 6,830 |
| TW | Boys | 0 | #254 | 3 | 7,111 |
| GR | Boys | 0 | #272 | 2 | 6,912 |
| Canada | Boys | 2024 | #290 | 17 | 2,588 |
| JP | Boys | 0 | #302 | 2 | 7,909 |
| CN | Boys | 0 | #329 | 3 | 9,639 |
| DK | Boys | 0 | #331 | 2 | 7,401 |
| France | Boys | 2021 | #337 | 51 | 2,865 |
| QA | Girls | 0 | #343 | 1 | 15,378 |
| CM | Boys | 0 | #348 | 227 | 12,054 |
| MY | 0 | #353 | 2 | 12,352 | |
| HK | 0 | #357 | 1 | 8,483 | |
| GH | Boys | 0 | #358 | 4 | 8,138 |
| CN | Girls | 0 | #359 | 1 | 8,829 |
| MU | Girls | 0 | #360 | 3 | 8,539 |
| MU | Boys | 0 | #365 | 5 | 8,477 |
| PT | Boys | 0 | #376 | 6 | 7,951 |
| PH | Girls | 0 | #427 | 3 | 13,098 |
| SD | Boys | 0 | #463 | 4 | 10,523 |
| ZA | 0 | #473 | 2 | 14,421 | |
| LY | 0 | #481 | 55 | 12,703 | |
| AR | Boys | 0 | #483 | 1 | 7,628 |
| CM | Girls | 0 | #509 | 32 | 11,671 |
| CR | Boys | 0 | #510 | 1 | 10,188 |
| PA | Girls | 0 | #518 | 1 | 9,861 |
| RU | Boys | 0 | #520 | 7 | 12,621 |
| HK | Boys | 0 | #549 | 9 | 12,905 |
| KW | Girls | 0 | #561 | 1 | 19,177 |
| PS | Boys | 0 | #561 | 1 | 10,655 |
| CR | Girls | 0 | #573 | 1 | 11,342 |
| BH | 0 | #587 | 1 | 17,937 | |
| SG | Girls | 0 | #631 | 2 | 18,916 |
| HK | Girls | 0 | #650 | 1 | 16,104 |
| BO | Girls | 0 | #651 | 1 | 9,488 |
| Finland | Boys | 2026 | #672 | 11 | 3,552 |
| LB | 0 | #688 | 3 | 13,263 | |
| CL | Boys | 0 | #698 | 3 | 13,390 |
| SG | Boys | 0 | #738 | 2 | 17,960 |
| QA | Boys | 0 | #742 | 2 | 18,093 |
| TN | 0 | #770 | 60 | 13,765 | |
| MA | 0 | #772 | 373 | 20,986 | |
| BR | Boys | 0 | #784 | 2 | 12,213 |
| KW | Boys | 0 | #801 | 6 | 18,755 |
| United States | Boys | 2024 | #819 | 74 | 7,044 |
| NG | Girls | 0 | #826 | 1 | 15,093 |
| DZ | 0 | #845 | 339 | 20,130 | |
| Spain | Boys | 0 | #894 | 37 | 5,610 |
| United States | Girls | 2024 | #912 | 5 | 8,487 |
| OM | Boys | 0 | #916 | 3 | 17,948 |
| EG | Boys | 0 | #918 | 8 | 15,035 |
| NL | Boys | 0 | #929 | 23 | 5,873 |
| NG | Boys | 0 | #934 | 18 | 16,906 |
| Germany | Boys | 0 | #937 | 16 | 5,697 |
| EG | Girls | 0 | #1,009 | 1 | 14,742 |
| SA | Girls | 0 | #1,013 | 2 | 25,931 |
| MX | Boys | 0 | #1,033 | 1 | 16,355 |
| AE | Boys | 0 | #1,141 | 3 | 22,615 |
| ZA | Boys | 0 | #1,165 | 14 | 25,619 |
| MY | Boys | 0 | #1,179 | 4 | 25,439 |
| ZA | Girls | 0 | #1,236 | 1 | 25,928 |
| TR | 0 | #1,248 | 7 | 19,440 | |
| MX | Girls | 0 | #1,265 | 3 | 17,781 |
| IT | Boys | 0 | #1,335 | 137 | 10,046 |
| SA | Boys | 0 | #1,603 | 12 | 28,008 |
Alpha is popular in 58 countries — most recent births per country:
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