Alger - Name Meaning and Origin

The boy's name Alger \a-lger, al-ger\ is of Old English origin, and its meaning is "elf spear". Also possibly from various names meaning "noble, old, temple" and also possibly a short form of Algernon. The name was revived in the 19th century. State Department Official Alger Hiss.

Alger has 9 variant forms: Al, Alga, Algar, Allgar, Allger, Elgar, Elger, Ellgar and Ellger.

Baby names that sound like Alger are Walker, Allgernon and Algernone.

Alger is a very rare male first name and a very popular surname (source: 1990 U.S. Census). Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the boy's name Alger. Click here to compare Alger with related baby names.