Ally Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ally is a name with roots in Scottish and Old English, derived from 'Aelfric,' meaning 'elf power.' It has evolved through various forms such as Alison and Alexandra. The name conveys traits of nobility and kindness and has no direct biblical relevance. Ally gained popularity in the late 20th century and is viewed positively in modern culture, associated with warmth and friendliness. Notable individuals with this name include athletes and fictional characters.
The name Ally is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) 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. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ally has been too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Ally' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 24088th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 21250th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2793rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 658th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1130th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Ally' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ally"
Pronunciation
/ˈæli/
Origin
Scottish, Old English
Etymology
The name Ally is derived from the Old English name 'Aelfric,' meaning 'elf power.' It is also considered a diminutive form of names like Alison or Alexandra.
Meaning
noble, kind
Language Evolution
Aelfric, Alison, Alexandra, Ally
Historical Usage
The name Ally has gained popularity as a given name in the English-speaking world since the late 20th century, particularly in North America.
Variants & Derivatives
Alison, Alice, Alex, Allyson
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Ally is perceived as a friendly and approachable name, often associated with kindness and loyalty.
Famous People
Ally McBeal (fictional character), Allyson Felix (athlete), Allyson Hannigan (actress)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ally"
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 "Ally"
"Ally" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 24088th of 24088 | 5 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 21250th of 23106 | 7 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2793rd of 27321 | 630 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 658th of 35406 | 6,840 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1130th of 30306 | 2,671 |
Regional Popularity of "Ally" by Generation for Male 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) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Ally" 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) |
61.22% 2256th/3685 |
85.79% 3839th/4475 |
58.55% 3041st/5194 |
54.88% 3467th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
11.92% 546th/4582 |
14.23% 735th/5164 |
8.15% 596th/7313 |
11.04% 824th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
28.77% 1146th/3984 |
28.82% 1293rd/4487 |
15.20% 1037th/6822 |
19.34% 1214th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ally"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ally" 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.