| Meaning | noble, exalted |
| Origin | German, Greek |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 4 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Al-ly |
Ally, a charming and endearing name for a baby girl, has its roots in both Old Germanic and Greek origins. As a diminutive of Alison or Alexandra, Ally means "noble" or "defender of the people," bestowing upon your daughter a sense of strength and nobility from the very start.
This short and sweet name has become increasingly popular due to its simplicity and versatility. Whether it's used as a standalone name or a nickname, Ally sounds modern and timeless, making it an excellent choice for any generation.
With variations like Allie, Ali, and Aly, parents can add their unique touch to this classic name. Friends and family may affectionately call her Al, Lys, Ally-cat, or Ally-bear, adding to the charm and personal connection of the name.
Whether she becomes a trailblazing athlete, a talented artist, or a compassionate leader, Ally will be a name that resonates with grace and resilience throughout her life journey.
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| Allyson Felix | American track and field athlete |
| Ally Brooke | American singer and member of Fifth Harmony |
| Allyson Rice | American actress known for her roles in "Desperate Housewives" |
| Ally Maki | American actress seen in "Wrecked" and "Toy Story 4" |
| Ally Ioannides | American actress featured in "Parenthood" and "Into the Badlands" |
| Ally Sheedy | American actress known for her roles in "The Breakfast Club" and "WarGames" |
| Ally Condie | American author of the "Matched" trilogy |
| Ally Carter | American author of the "Gallagher Girls" series |
| Ally Hilfiger | American author and designer, daughter of Tommy Hilfiger |
| Ally McCoist | Scottish former footballer and manager |
| Allysa Swilley | American basketball player and Olympian |
| Ally Cournault | Canadian water polo player |
| Ally Maque | American YouTuber and social media influencer |
| Ally Burnham | British television presenter and journalist |
| Ally McLean | Australian game developer and founder of The Working Lunch |
| Ally Walker | Australian rules footballer |
| Ally Green | New Zealand field hockey player |
| Ally Stacher | American retired professional cyclist |
| Ally Henson | Canadian curler |
| Ally McBeal | Main character in the TV series "Ally McBeal" |
| Ally Darling | Protagonist in the movie "What's Your Number?" |
| Ally Dawson | Character from the TV show "Austin & Ally" |
| Ally Maine | Character in the film "A Star Is Born" |
| Ally Leon | Character in the book series "Legendborn" by Tracy Deonn |
| Ally Carter | Character in the "Gallagher Girls" book series |
| Ally Renalls | Character in the TV series "Friends" |
| Ally Lovett | Character in the TV series "The Bold and the Beautiful" |
| Ally Fogg | Character in the British TV series "Ackley Bridge" |
| Ally Williams | Character in the TV series "Red Band Society" |
| Ally Sunjata | Character in the TV series "Rake" |
| Ally Craig | Character in the film "Crossroads" |
| Ally Palmer | Character in the TV series "The Saddle Club" |
| Ally Vandermeed | Character in the movie "StreetDance 3D" |
| Ally Moore | Character in the TV series "The Protector" |