Alto
Boy nameAlto has been given to 592 babies in the U.S. since 1881. It peaked in 1917.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
592
Peak year
1917 (21 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1881
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
5% girls / 95% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Alto — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Alto.
Sibling name ideas for Alto
Same era and popularity as Alto, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Alto?
Alto has been given to 592 babies in the U.S. since 1881. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Alto peak?
Alto peaked in 1917, when 21 babies were given the name.
Is Alto a girl or boy name?
Alto is primarily a boy name (95% of babies named Alto are boys).
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