Feminine dossier · first seen 1880
Alpha
Stable
Cross-generational persistence
Peak era
1916
Peak births
198
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Greatest Generation
Quick answers about Alpha
How many people are named Alpha?
An estimated 958 living Americans are named Alpha.
How rare is Alpha?
Alpha is very rare among babies today, with 6 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 97% from its 1916 peak.
How old is the typical Alpha?
The median age of a living American named Alpha is approximately 61 years, with most bearers falling between 37 and 76 years old.
Is Alpha still popular?
Yes. Alpha is holding steady, with 6 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.
Where is Alpha most common?
Alpha has its strongest geographic signal in Kentucky, where it appears 5.9× more often than the national baseline.
1880Peak 19162025
Peak year
1916
Decline from peak
97%
2025
6
All-time
7,188