"all, everything, noble"
Origin: Germanic via Slavic
Language: Russian
Alla
Pronunciation: [ AHL-uh ]
Girl Name
#71,564 Most Popular
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2 Syllables
A crisp Slavic classic beloved across Eastern Europe
Russian
Ukrainian
Polish
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Meaning & Origin
"other, different"
Origin: Slavic
Language: Russian
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The Story of Alla
Alla is a Slavic feminine name with two possible origins. The first traces it to the Germanic element all or alla meaning all or everything, related to names like Alice and Adelaide. The second proposes a Slavic root meaning other or different. In Russia and Ukraine, Alla has been a beloved independent name since at least the nineteenth century, not merely a nickname, with its own long tradition.
Alla was one of the most popular female names in the Soviet Union throughout the twentieth century, particularly from the 1920s through the 1980s. It carried a clean, modern sound that appealed to secular Soviet naming conventions. Outside Eastern Europe, it remains rare, giving it an intriguing exotic quality.
In Russian culture, Alla is associated with refinement and the performing arts. The name became especially prominent through Soviet and Russian pop music, where multiple prominent Allas shaped the cultural landscape. It is a name of considerable elegance and history in Eastern European tradition.
Fun Facts
- Alla was one of the top 10 most popular names in the Soviet Union for multiple decades
- Alla Pugacheva, known as the Empress of Russian pop music, is one of the best-selling female artists in European history
- The name was boosted in the early Soviet era partly because it sounded fresh and international compared to traditional religious names
Alla in Other Languages
German
Alla
Polish
Alla
Russian
Алла
Bulgarian
Алла
Ukrainian
Алла
Popularity Over Time
#71,564
Current Rank
Peaked 1950
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Famous People Named Alla
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Alla Pugacheva
Musician
1949
Soviet and Russian pop star known as the Empress of Russian Pop, one of the best-selling artists in European history wit...
Soviet and Russian pop star known as the Empress of Russian Pop, one of the best-selling artists in European history with over 250 million records sold
A
Alla Nazimova
Actor
1879
Russian-born actress and early Hollywood star who was one of the most highly paid performers of the silent film era
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #71,564
- Total SSA Count
- 5
- Cultural Origins
- Russian Ukrainian Polish Eastern European
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Al
Alya
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Frequently Asked Questions About Alla
What does the name Alla mean?
"all, everything, noble" (from Germanic via Slavic). "other, different" (from Slavic). Alla is a Slavic feminine name with two possible origins. The first traces it to the Germanic element all or alla meaning all or everything, related to names like Alice and Adelaide. The second proposes a Slavic root meaning other or different. In Russia and Ukraine, Alla has been a beloved independent name since at least the nineteenth century, not merely a nickname, with its own long tradition.
What is the origin of the name Alla?
Alla has Germanic via Slavic, Slavic, Russian, Ukrainian, Polish, and Eastern European origins. In Germanic via Slavic, it means "all, everything, noble". In Slavic, it means "other, different".
Is Alla a boy or girl name?
Alla is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #71564. As a boy name, it is ranked #28478. Alla is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Alla?
Alla is pronounced AHL-uh.
How popular is the name Alla?
Alla is currently ranked #71564 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Alla?
Common nicknames for Alla include Al and Alya.
What are good middle names for Alla?
Popular middle name pairings include Alla Irina, Alla Marina, Alla Natasha, Alla Rose, Alla Sofia, and Alla Vera.
What are good sibling names for Alla?
Names that pair well with Alla as siblings include Nadia, Vera, Irina, Nina, Misha, Sergei, and Dasha.
How many syllables does Alla have?
Alla has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Alla a common or rare name?
Alla is an uncommon name, ranked #71564 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Alla
Alla is a girl name with Russian, Ukrainian, Polish, and Eastern European origins . The name means "all, everything, noble" in Germanic via Slavic .
Is Alla a boy or girl name? Alla is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #71,564 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #28,478. Alla is more commonly used as a boy name.
Alla is currently ranked #71,564 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Alla has 2 syllables and is pronounced AHL-uh, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Alla include Al and Alya. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Alla include Allison, Allie, Allyson, Ally, Allisson . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.