Boy Name · Latin Origin
Alban
Considering Alban? It is a boy name whose meaning is "White, bright", rooted in Latin naming tradition, and ranks in our Rare popularity tier. Phonetically it shares territory with Albin.
Alban meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: White, bright
Origin: Latin naming roots help connect Alban to related Latin baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Alban as A·L·B·A·N, with 5 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Alban is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Alban variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Albana, Albane, Albany, Alba.
- Nicknames: Alb and A.
- Middle names: Pair Alban with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Alban middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Albin, Albino, Alvin, Alven, Albina — full picks on the sibling names for Alban guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Alban? Browse our names like Alban guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Alban
What does the name Alban mean?
Alban means "White, bright" and is of Latin origin.
What is the origin of Alban?
Alban originates in Latin naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Alban?
Alban has 5 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Alban a boy's or girl's name?
Alban is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Alban in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Alban sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Alban?
Names that share Alban's sound and style include Albin, Albino, Alvin, Alven, Albina.
What middle names pair well with Alban?
Good middle-name fits for Alban pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Alban is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Alban is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Alban?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Alban share its rhythm without rhyming — Albin, Albino, Alvin all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.