Albert vs Allen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Albert

Boy #607 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"noble bright (adal + beraht)"

Origin: Old High German

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Boy #574 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome, cheerful"

Origin: Celtic

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Albert Rank #607

Allen Rank #574

Allen is more popular, ranked #574 vs #607 for Albert.

Is Albert or Allen more popular?

Allen is more popular, ranked #574 compared to Albert at #607 in the United States.

What do Albert and Allen mean?

Albert means "noble bright (adal + beraht)" (Old High German origin). Allen means "handsome, cheerful" (Celtic origin).

Are Albert and Allen boy or girl names?

Albert is primarily a boy name. Allen is primarily a boy name.