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The name Aleph peaked for girls at #4829 in 1919. Aleph is occasionally used for boys in 2025.

The name Aleph is a boy's name of Hebrew origin meaning "chief, number one".

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Aleph came into the spotlight when chosen by Israel-born Natalie Portman for her son. Alef is a more common spelling of these related <a href"https://nameberry.com/baby-names/158/hebrew-names">Hebrew baby names</a>.
<br/><br/>In the Kabbalah, Aleph/Alef relates to the origin of the universe. The letter Aleph is also the subject of a midrash, a Jewish folktale, which praises its humility in not demanding to start the Bible. (In Hebrew, the Bible begins with the second letter of the alphabet, Bet.) As a reward, Aleph is allowed to start the Ten Commandments.

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The name Aleph peaked for boys at #4000 in 2023. The name is most popular in Florida and Texas. Aleph is occasionally used for girls in 1919.

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