Al
Pronunciation: [ AL ]
Al is a girl baby name. Ranked #17,190 in the US.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Al first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 98 babies have been named Al in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Al is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #17,190 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #17,190
- Total SSA Count
- 8
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About the Name Al
Al is a girl name .
Is Al a boy or girl name? Al is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #17,190 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #12,425. Al is more commonly used as a boy name.
Al is currently ranked #17,190 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Al include Alice, Allison, Alaia, Alina, Alana . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis