Alban Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Alban has its origins in Latin, derived from 'Albinus', meaning 'white' or 'bright'. It evolved through various forms over time, including Albinus and Albanus. The name carries traits of purity and brightness. While it has no direct biblical relevance, its historical significance is marked by Saint Alban. The name saw a rise in popularity during the Middle Ages and remains a classic choice today.
The name Alban is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Alban has been stalled for male in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast. Across generations, 'Alban' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2308th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3029th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3388th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5421st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4664th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5450th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7511th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Alban' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Alban"
Pronunciation
/ˈæl.bən/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Alban is derived from the Latin 'Albinus', which means 'white' or 'bright'. It is associated with the Latin term 'albus', meaning 'white'.
Meaning
bright, white
Language Evolution
Albinus (Latin), Albanus (Old French), Alban (Middle English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Middle Ages, particularly in Christian contexts due to Saint Alban, the first British martyr, who was venerated in the early church.
Variants & Derivatives
Albanus, Albin, Albie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Alban is seen as a traditional name with a classic appeal, often associated with virtues of purity and brightness.
Famous People
Saint Alban, the first British martyr, Alban Berg, Austrian composer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Alban"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Alban"
"Alban" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2308th of 7545 | 201 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3029th of 6773 | 115 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3388th of 7552 | 109 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5421st of 10718 | 55 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4664th of 16616 | 160 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5450th of 24088 | 230 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 7511th of 23106 | 124 |
Regional Popularity of "Alban" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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91.44% 1261st/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
47.22% 2113th/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
52.71% 2722nd/5164 |
- | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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83.98% 3768th/4487 |
- | - |
Regional Popularity of "Alban" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Alban"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Alban" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.