Alba

Alba is a unisex name of Spanish origin meaning “white.” In 2024 it was given to 204 babies in the United States.

Alba at a glance

Gender
Unisex name
Origin
Spanish
Meaning
“white”
Pronunciation
/ˈɑlbə/

About the name Alba

Alba belongs to the Spanish tradition. Its meaning — “white” — is the sense carried by its Spanish roots, and it is the meaning we verified against published sources for this page.

In the United States, Alba first appears in Social Security records in 1880 and has been given to 7,400 babies since 1880, including 204 in 2024.

Alba in US records

First recorded (US)
1880
Babies named Alba in 2024
204
Total since 1880
7,400

Alba in England & Wales records

First recorded (since 1996)
1996
Babies named Alba in 2025
477
Total since 1996
4,131

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Alba mean?

Alba means “white” in its Spanish roots. We check every meaning against published sources before it appears here.

Is Alba a boy or girl name?

Alba is a unisex name. In 2024, 204 babies received the name in the US.

What origin is the name Alba?

Alba comes from the Spanish tradition.

How popular is the name Alba?

Alba is uncommon in US records — it first appears in 1880 and has been given to 7,400 babies since 1880.

How do you pronounce Alba?

Alba is pronounced /ˈɑlbə/ (IPA).

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