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Albany

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Pronounced AWL-bah-nee /ˈɔl.bə.ni/Medium

Meaning: From the place Albany — an old poetic name for Scotland (Alba), variously linked to the Latin albus, 'white', and a Celtic root; a place-name; used for both sexes; here for girls; we note the placeLow

In 30 seconds: Of Scotland; white: Albany is a place-name. Lyrical, modern, and warm. Used for both sexes (here for girls).
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Origin LowCeltic, Latin
MeaningFrom the place Albany — an old poetic name for Scotland (Alba), variously linked to the Latin albus, 'white', and a Celtic root; a place-name; used for both sexes; here for girls; we note the place
U.S. rank (2025)#8886 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births11 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2007
Total births (all-time)≈ 725

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200719852025

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

Albany comes from the place Albany — an old poetic name for Scotland (Alba), variously linked to the Latin albus, 'white', and a Celtic root; a place-name (we note the place). Used for both sexes, here for a girl (slug distinguished; said 'AWL-bah-nee').

In the U.S. it appears as a place-name (also a city). Rare for girls, of-Scotland at the root, and modern.

Did you know? Albany is an old poetic name for Scotland (Alba), variously linked to the Latin albus, 'white' — a lyrical place-name used for both sexes (here for girls; we note the place; said 'AWL-bah-nee').
Overall data confidence 32%
References — Albany — place-name; unisex

Variations

AlbaniAlbanie

Nicknames

Albie

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Albany mean?

Albany is a place-name — an old name for Scotland (Alba), variously linked to Latin 'white'; used for both sexes; here for a girl. We note the place.

How do you pronounce Albany?

It's said AWL-bah-nee /ˈɔl.bə.ni/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Albany a boy or girl name?

Albany is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Albany?

Albany is a very rare name in the U.S.

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