Alba

Female

Meaning

White; sunrise, dawn

Origin

Latin

Pronunciation

/ˈælbə/

Traits associated with the name Alba:

Alba has an elegant sound to it that really closes the gap between dog and human.

Dogs named Alba tend to be loving, loyal, and industrious. This feminine name is also associated with companionship, and empathy.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Alba?

Naming your dog Alba suggests that you have a fondness for the name and may have a connection to it. It could also suggest that you have a strong appreciation for nature and the outdoors, as Alba is a Latin word meaning "dawn" or "sunrise."

Is Alba a good dog name?

Alba has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Alba isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

776
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2,425
New York City Dog Name Database
4,308
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Alba is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Alba was, in the past month, the 395th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Alba is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Alba was viewed 135 times, and liked 1 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Alba's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Alba is most adored in Connecticut, Virginia and Alabama.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Oklahoma, Kentucky and Arizona.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Alba.

Alba is found in these categories:

scottish dog names
scottish

Alba is the Scottish Gaelic word for Scotland.

italian dog names
italian

Means "dawn" in Italian and is a city in Piedmont region.

spanish dog names
spanish

Means "dawn" in Spanish and is a common female name.

white dog names
white

Alba means dawn in Latin, perfect for a snowy pooch!

Dog names like Alba:

Happy
Short Form Of Names Starting Wth AL
Soul
Ada
Noble, kind
Pure, holy
Old and wise
Alba dog name meaning

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