Girl Name · Russian Origin
Alla
Considering Alla? It is a girl name whose meaning is "Other, another", rooted in Russian naming tradition, and ranks in our Rare popularity tier. Phonetically it shares territory with Aila.
Alla meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Other, another
Origin: Russian naming roots help connect Alla to related Russian baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Alla as A·L·L·A, with 4 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Alla is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Alla variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Allaa, Allae, Allay, All.
- Nicknames: Alla works as its own nickname.
- Middle names: Pair Alla with a middle name that balances its short sound; start with the Alla middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Aila, Ayla, Allie, Aleah, Aloha — full picks on the sibling names for Alla guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Alla? Browse our names like Alla 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 Alla
What does the name Alla mean?
Alla means "Other, another" and is of Russian origin.
What is the origin of Alla?
Alla originates in Russian naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Alla?
Alla has 4 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Alla a boy's or girl's name?
Alla is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Alla in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Alla sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Alla?
Names that share Alla's sound and style include Aila, Ayla, Allie, Aleah, Aloha.
What middle names pair well with Alla?
Good middle-name fits for Alla pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Alla is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Alla is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Alla?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Alla share its rhythm without rhyming — Aila, Ayla, Allie all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.