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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Dawn/sunrise, from a Latin root meaning 'white'
- Origin
- Latin (via Spanish/Italian/Catalan)
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- AL-buh
Alba is a Latin name built on a root meaning 'white,' and it carries the meaning dawn or sunrise. It reached English-speaking parents by way of Spanish, Italian, and Catalan use of the name. For a parent who wants a short name tied directly to daybreak, Alba fits that brief.
Meaning & Origin of Alba
Meaning: Dawn/sunrise, from a Latin root meaning 'white'.
Origin: Latin (via Spanish/Italian/Catalan).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Alba
AL-buhIPA /ˈælbə/
Popularity of Alba
SSA records for Alba run from 1880 to 2024. Its peak rank was #740 back in 1880 (just 6 babies), while its most recent rank, in 2024, was #1171 with 204 babies given the name.
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These names have followed a similar path to Alba in U.S. popularity over the years.
FAQ
What does the name Alba mean?
Dawn/sunrise, from a Latin root meaning ‘white’. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Alba?
Alba is pronounced AL-buh (IPA: /ˈælbə/).
Is Alba a popular name right now?
Alba peaked at #740 in 1880 and is ranked #1171 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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