Alfa: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ahlf-ah
Origin: Italy
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Europe
Meaning: Of Latin origin, meaning "beginning" or "first."

Alfa is a less common name with multiple origins, including Arabic and Italian. In Arabic, Alfa (ألف) means "the first letter of the alphabet," while in Italian, Alfa (Alfa Romeo) refers to the famous car brand. The name Alfa is not typically associated with any specific historical or cultural figure but has been used in various contexts, including as a given name and a brand name. Its usage has remained relatively niche, making it a unique choice for parents looking for an unconventional name.

Alfa Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Alfa is currently #31459 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Alfa is currently #18235 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Alfa is currently #15461 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Alfa is currently #8901 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Alfa is currently #15795 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Alfa is currently #9103 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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