How Many People Are Named Alegra?
Complete statistics for the name Alegra: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Alegra is a beautiful variation of Allegra, rooted in the Italian word for "joyful" or "lively." There are roughly 378 people living in the US with this name today, meaning about 1 in 872,871 Americans share it. It's a genuinely modern choice that peaked in 2010 with 22 births and has been declining since.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 8 traditionally represents ambition, personal power, and material abundance. It's associated with strong leadership qualities and a drive to achieve lasting success through determination and practical wisdom.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 27All 386 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2010Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Alegra Through the Generations
Alegra didn't appear on the US naming scene until relatively recently, and it's still a very rare pick. With only 386 total births ever recorded, this name has remained firmly under the radar. Its peak came in 2010 when 22 babies received the name, but the trend has been declining since then. The average bearer is just 27 years old, which tells you this is overwhelmingly a younger generation's name. A striking 216 of the 378 people currently living with it are under 30, making up about 56% of all bearers. Only 165 fall in the 30 to 60 age range, and a mere 5 are over 60. That's a dramatic skew toward youth you won't find with most names. Globally, there are around 2,321 people named Alegra, placing it at world rank #154,472. It's most commonly found outside the US in Congo. While the name hasn't gained widespread traction, its joyful sound and modern feel give it a distinctive charm that still attracts a small but steady group of parents.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
✨ Similar Names to Alegra
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Alegra's Italian roots
📄 About the Name Alegra
How Many People Have the Name Alegra?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 378 people in the United States currently share the name Alegra. That works out to roughly 1 in every 872,871 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Alegra a Common or Rare Name?
Alegra is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Alegra Mean?
Alegra means "Joyful, lively" and comes from Italian origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 8.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Alegra in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Alegra Most Popular?
The name Alegra reached peak popularity in 2010, with 22 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Alegra?
Approximately 378 people named Alegra live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 386. That works out to roughly 1 in 872,871 Americans.
Is Alegra a rare name?
Alegra is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 872,871 Americans has this name.
What does the name Alegra mean?
Alegra means "Joyful, lively" and comes from Italian origins.
Is Alegra more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Alegra are male and 100% are female.
When was Alegra most popular?
Alegra peaked in 2010 with 22 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.