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Alegend

uh-LEH-jend · of uncertain origin; likely a modern invented name or a respelling of 'a legend'

2025 rank (boys)
#3,658
Babies named in 2025
30
Peak popularity
2025
2025 frequency
1 in 56,936 boys
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Rising since 2016

Rising since 2016, #3,658 for boys today.

Popularity of Alegend since 2016

Babies named Alegend per year in U.S. Social Security records.

1020302020Most births 2023Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
2010s55
2020s153

Meaning & origin

Alegend is a modern name that first appeared on the U.S. baby name charts in 2016 with very few registrations. Since then it has experienced steady growth, reaching its peak popularity in 2025 when it ranked 3,658th. Despite its recent emergence, the name remains rare, with an estimated 1 in every 56,936 newborn boys receiving it. Its trajectory has been consistently rising since 2016, indicating a slow but growing interest from parents. The name does not appear in any top state lists, suggesting a scattered but deliberate adoption. Without a deep historical or linguistic root, Alegend seems to be a creative coinage, likely influenced by a desire for a name that sounds aspirational or unique. Its meaning, if derived from the phrase 'a legend,' is transparent but not backed by traditional naming conventions.

Alegend first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2016, with no clear historical or linguistic precedent. It may be a modern coinage derived from the English phrase 'a legend,' possibly intended to convey a sense of greatness or admiration. No traditional etymology from any established language family can be confirmed.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Alegend mean?
The meaning of Alegend is uncertain. It is likely a modern invented name or a respelling of the English phrase 'a legend.'
How popular is the name Alegend?
In 2025, Alegend ranked 3,658th in the United States and was given to about 1 in every 56,936 newborn boys.
Is Alegend a boy's name or a girl's name?
Alegend is used predominantly for boys, based on U.S. Social Security data.