Allegra
Allegra: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈlɛɡrə/ · /æˈleɪɡrə/
Meaning and origin of Allegra
Root meaning: “cheerful”
- A female given name from Italian.
Etymology
Borrowed from Italian Allegra, from allegra (“cheerful”), inspired by the musical term allegro.
How popular is Allegra?
Since 1880, 4,732 girls in the U.S. have been named Allegra. Its highest rank for girls was #1045 in 1988. In 2025, 36 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Allegra FAQ
What does the name Allegra mean?
Allegra traces back to a root meaning "cheerful". A female given name from Italian. Borrowed from Italian Allegra, from allegra (“cheerful”), inspired by the musical term allegro.
What is the origin of the name Allegra?
Allegra is listed as a name of Italian origin.
How popular is the name Allegra?
Since 1880, 4,732 girls in the U.S. have been named Allegra. Its highest rank for girls was #1045 in 1988. In 2025, 36 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Allegra a boy or girl name?
Allegra is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 4,732 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.