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Alban

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Pronounced AL-ben /ˈæl.bən/High

Meaning: From Latin Albanus, 'from Alba (a place); white; bright' (from albus, 'white')Low

In 30 seconds: From Alba; white: Alban is Latin 'white; from Alba'. Crisp, classic, and warm.

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MeaningFrom Latin Albanus, 'from Alba (a place); white; bright' (from albus, 'white')

U.S. rank (2025)#10741 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births6 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2012

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,000

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Alban comes from Latin Albanus, 'from Alba (a place); white; bright', from albus, 'white'. Borne by Saint Alban, traditionally the first British martyr (St Albans is named for him). A crisp, classic name (said 'AL-ben'; nickname Al).

In the U.S. it appears thinly. Rare, white-and-from-Alba at the root, and classic.

Did you know? Alban comes from Latin Albanus, 'from Alba; white; bright' (from albus, 'white') — borne by Saint Alban, the first British martyr — a crisp, classic name (said 'AL-ben').

Overall data confidence 52%

References — Alban — Latin etymology

Variations

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Alban mean?

Alban is Latin for 'from Alba; white; bright' (from albus, 'white').

How do you pronounce Alban?

It's said AL-ben /ˈæl.bən/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Alban a boy or girl name?

Alban is a boy's name.

How popular is Alban?

Alban is a rare name in the U.S.