Algeria
al-JEER-ee-uh
Algeria is a girl’s name of Arabic origin, meaning “Algeria is a place name, referring to the country in North Africa, derived from the city of Algiers, from Arabic *al-Jazā'ir* meaning 'the islands'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1993.
What Algeria Means
“Algeria is a place name, referring to the country in North Africa, derived from the city of Algiers, from Arabic *al-Jazā'ir* meaning 'the islands'.”
The Story of Algeria
This name evokes the spirit of distant lands, a journey across horizons.
Algeria is a place name, named for the North African country, which itself derives from Arabic *al-Jazā'ir*, meaning 'the islands.' It is a name with a grand, geographically rich background.
You imagine your daughter, Algeria, as an adventurer, independent and strong-willed, drawn to explore the world. This name suggests a spirit that embraces new experiences with open arms and a curious mind.
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Peak Year
#6 in 1993
Total Births
32
First Recorded
1974
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