Alpha
Alpha is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
First; ox.
Origin and history
Alpha is a given name derived from the first letter of the Greek alphabet, which originated from the Phoenician letter aleph meaning ox. Historically used in the late 19th and early 20th centuries in the U.S., it has maintained a rare but steady presence as a distinctive modern choice. The name conveys a sense of leadership, beginnings, and strength.
Popularity in the United States
2,857 babies in the United States have been named Alpha since 1880. It ranks #2423 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1552.
States where it is most popular
- NY (66.1 %)
- MD (7.7 %)
- PA (4.5 %)
- CA (4.2 %)
- GA (3.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 90 |
| 1890-1900 | 63 |
| 1900-1910 | 68 |
| 1910-1920 | 233 |
| 1920-1930 | 257 |
| 1930-1940 | 185 |
| 1940-1950 | 125 |
| 1950-1960 | 121 |
| 1960-1970 | 92 |
| 1970-1980 | 113 |
| 1980-1990 | 88 |
| 1990-2000 | 152 |
| 2000-2010 | 422 |
| 2010-2019 | 472 |
| 2020-2029 | 376 |
Famous people named Alpha
- Alpha Bangura: Basketball player
- Alpha Kaba: Basketball player
Fun facts
- The Greek letter alpha traces back to the Phoenician letter aleph, which originally represented an ox head.
- The phrase 'Alpha and Omega' appears in the New Testament to represent eternity and ultimate authority.