Alger
Pronunciation: [ ALJ-er ]
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Alger first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 174 babies have been named Alger in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Alger is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #32,254 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #32,254
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Alger
Alger is a boy name .
Alger is currently ranked #32,254 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Alger include Alg, Aly, Alie, and Algkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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