Meaning & Origin
Algy is a boy's baby name of Old English origin, a familiar diminutive of Algernon, meaning 'with a moustache' — an old Norman nickname that became a Victorian aristocratic staple.
Algy
An uncommon Old English pick — distinctive and rare.
Boy's nameOld EnglishNot ranked recently
Rare name
Popularity Over Time
Algy has 2+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1927.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 1940s | 5 | — |
| 1920s | 5 | — |
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(2 years, 1927–1943)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1943 | 5 | #3551 |
| 1927 | 5 | #4217 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
Last updated May 2026 · Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (1927–1943) · Methodology