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Alban

AL-bən

Alban is a boy’s name of Latin origin, meaning “Derived from the Latin 'albus' meaning 'white' or 'bright'.”. It currently ranks #6829 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2012.

Letters5
Syllables2
OriginLatin

What Alban Means

Derived from the Latin 'albus' meaning 'white' or 'bright'.

The Story of Alban

Over seventeen centuries ago, a Roman governor's son chose to die for his faith, and his name became a beacon of pure, unwavering conviction.

Alban traces its lineage to the Latin word 'albus,' meaning 'white' or 'bright.' Its most profound historical association is with Saint Alban, the first Christian martyr in Roman Britain, who was executed around the year 304 AD. This act of profound courage cast the name into centuries of hagiography, where its meaning of purity and light was deeply revered, particularly in monastic traditions across Europe.

When you picture your son, do you see someone who carries a quiet inner light, a steadiness that seems to anchor others? This name, 'Alban,' feels like a vow spoken in a cathedral, pure and resonant. Writing it on his birth certificate will feel like etching a promise of honesty and a gentle, unwavering spirit into the world.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Famous Namesakes

  • Saint Alban

    First British Christian martyr, executed in Roman Britain.

Personality Traits

PureHonestBrightInnocent

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#25 in 2012

Total Births

994

First Recorded

1912

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