Alba
This name is of Latin origins and the meaning of Alba is 'white'. It is traditionally a name given to baby girls. Another meaning of Alba is 'sunrise' or 'dawn' in Spanish and Italian. Alba is the Gaelic name for Scotland. It has been used as a place name for thousands of years. A related name, Albion was the name for Britain as whole. Both of these names, Alba and Albion, have been traced to the Proto-Celtic word 'albiyo' which means 'world'. This refers to the light upper world compared to the dark underworld. Scholars agree that the Celtic word 'albiyo-' and Latin word 'albus' are derived from the ancient Proto-Indo-European root '-albho' which means'white'. A famous name associate is Jessica Alba who is an American actress turned businesswoman. Also, it is the name of the daughter in 'The Time Traveler's Wife'. The protagonists named their daughter after a 'white fortress on the hill'.
Gender
Girl
Meaning
white
Origin
Latin
Numerology
A is for accomplished, in all that you do.
L is for luster, your shine.
B is for buddy, everyone is your pal.
A is for accord, the harmony you spread.
Lucky
Alba lucky number is 7.
The detectives of numerology, 7 is known for its investigative abilities and analytical skills. Astrologically, the number 7 can be thought of as a blend of Virgo and Scorpio energy: 7 is extremely detail-oriented, but is driven by inner-wisdom as opposed to tangible realities.
Alba in Pop Culture
- Althea Carter main character in "Althea and Oliver" by Cristina Morocco
- Greek althaea = 'marsh mallow' i.e. the bushy shrub which is noted for its healing powers. The Greek word derives from the verb althein 'to heal'.
- 'To Althea from Prison," poem by Richard Lovelace
- 'Althea ' song by the Grateful Dead
- Althea a character who appeared in "Hollow City", the second installment of Ransom Riggs' "Peculiar Children" series
