Alem
Boy nameAlem has been given to 242 babies in the U.S. since 1987. It peaked in 2006. In 2025, about 1 in 155,280 boys was named Alem.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
242
Peak year
2006 (16 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1987
10-year trend
▼ -31%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Alem — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Alem.
Sibling name ideas for Alem
Same era and popularity as Alem, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Alem?
Alem has been given to 242 babies in the U.S. since 1987. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Alem peak?
Alem peaked in 2006, when 16 babies were given the name.
Is Alem a girl or boy name?
Alem is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Alem are boys).
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