NAME PROFILE
Al
Al is a short form of various names, often used in English-speaking countries. It conveys a sense of familiarity and friendliness, making it approachable and easy to remember.
Key Stats
| Total births | 17,334 |
| Gender | Male (67% / 33%) |
| Peak year | 1959 |
| Peak generation | Boomer |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2019 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 23%CA — 22%TX — 20%IL — 19%LA — 15%
Notable People
Al Pacino (Actor, *The Godfather* series) · Al Gore (Politician, former Vice President of the U.S.) · Alfred Hitchcock (Film Director, known for suspense films) · Aladdin (Fictional character from *One Thousand and One Nights*) · Alfonso Cuarón (Film Director, known for *Gravity*)
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