Holding steady.
Popularity of Algis since 1950
Babies named Algis per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 77 |
| 1960s | 27 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Algis is a rare Lithuanian name that has seen minimal use in the United States. According to U.S. Social Security data, the name first appeared in records in 1950 and peaked in popularity in 1954, but it has never ranked among the top 1000 names. In recent years, the number of newborns named Algis has remained consistently low, reflecting a stable but very minor presence. The name's trajectory is classified as flat or stable, meaning it has not experienced significant growth or decline in usage. While its origins are likely Lithuanian, the exact derivation is uncertain, adding an air of mystery to this uncommon choice.
Algis is a Lithuanian given name, typically masculine. It may be derived from the Lithuanian elements 'al' meaning 'all' and 'gis' meaning 'spear', giving a sense of 'noble spear'. However, the exact etymology is debated and the name's origins are not fully clear. It has been in use in Lithuania and among the Lithuanian diaspora since at least the early 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Algirdas
Sibling names for Algis
Names that share Algis's style, for a brother or sister.
