Alger Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Alger is an Old French name that means 'old spear', originating from the Germanic elements. It evolved through forms such as Aldegre and Algerius. The name has historical significance and conveys traits of strength. It does not have biblical relevance. While its popularity has waned, it retains a vintage appeal.
The name Alger is most popular in Michigan, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest 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, Alger has been stalled for male in MidWest. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest. Across generations, 'Alger' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1597th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2095th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2734th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6142nd out of 10718 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 24088th out of 24088 names. Discover how the name 'Alger' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Alger"
Pronunciation
/ˈæl.dʒər/
Origin
Old French
Etymology
The name Alger is derived from the Old French personal name 'Aldegre', which itself comes from the Germanic elements 'ald' meaning 'old' and 'grī' meaning 'spear'.
Meaning
Old spear
Language Evolution
Aldegre, Algerius, Alger
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Middle Ages, particularly in France, and has been used in various forms across Europe since then.
Variants & Derivatives
Algie, Algernon, Algeria
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, the name Alger is less common but carries a vintage charm and is often associated with strength and nobility.
Famous People
Algernon Sidney, Algernon Charles Swinburne
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Alger"
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 "Alger"
"Alger" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1597th of 7545 | 352 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2095th of 6773 | 229 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2734th of 7552 | 171 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6142nd of 10718 | 40 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 24088th of 24088 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Alger" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
48.59% 688th/1416 |
- | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
51.49% 796th/1546 |
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| 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) |
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Regional Popularity of "Alger" 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) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Alger"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Alger" 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.