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  ALGER

The meaning of the boy name Alger is NOBLE SPEARMAN.

Details on ALGER:

Gender:
Boy
Meaning(s):
Noble spearman
Popularity for Boy:
30,245th in the USA (bottom 40%)
Origin(s) 
Themes / lists: 

Latest USA SSA birth information:

5 births
ALGER as a BOY in 2008

The meaning(s) of ALGER:

The name Alger is an Anglo-Saxon baby name. In Anglo-Saxon the meaning of the name Alger is: Noble spearman.
Anglo-Saxon meaning
The name Alger is a German baby name. In German the meaning of the name Alger is: Noble spearman.
German meaning
The name Alger is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Alger is: From the Old English name Aelfgar, meaning elf spear.In the 1930s, American government official Alger Hiss was accused of spying for the USSR.
English meaning
The name Alger is a Teutonic baby name. In Teutonic the meaning of the name Alger is: Noble spear.
Teutonic meaning

USA birth(s) for ALGER by year:

Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name ALGER

 ALGER as a boy

YearBoy Births
20085 births
19785 births
19777 births
19749 births
19725 births
19719 births
19665 births
19646 births
19639 births
19626 births
19618 births
19606 births
19596 births
19587 births
19579 births
19566 births
195516 births
19549 births
19538 births
195214 births
195110 births
19509 births
194910 births
19489 births
194711 births
194612 births
194514 births
19447 births
19439 births
194212 births
194114 births
19408 births

About the name ALGER

Alger, a name steeped in rich history and resonant meaning, evokes a sense of strength and resilience. With roots tracing back to Old French and deriving from the Germanic elements "ald," meaning old, and "gar," meaning spear, Alger carries the connotation of a noble warrior. It is a name that has found its way into various cultures, notably within the realms of French and English heritage, as well as among Arab communities, particularly in reference to Algiers, the capital of Algeria, symbolizing beauty and strength amidst the Mediterranean landscape. In the realms of literature and art, Alger has been associated with creativity and depth, as seen in the works of notable figures like the American author Algernon Charles Swinburne. This name embodies qualities of courage and endurance, making it a timeless choice for parents seeking a name that is both unique and meaningful, bridging past and present across continents and cultures. Whether whispered in the sun-drenched streets of Paris or the vibrant markets of Algiers, Alger resonates with a universal appeal, inviting a sense of adventure and a journey into the heart of one's identity.

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