Ally
Meaning: Exalted, sublime, high
Origin: Arabic
Gender: Girl
Rank in Ireland: #559
Total births: 358
History: Ally finds its rhythm in the music of Thin Lizzy, echoing across Achill Island. The name thrives in County Kerry, where the Samhain festival keep heritage alive. It carries a melody as enduring as the silver birch groves.
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| Current rank (2025) | #483 |
| Babies named Ally in 2025 | 7 |
| Total recorded in Ireland | 358 |
| Peak year | 2005 (23 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #180 |
| Years in records | 1999–2025 (27 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 168 spots |
Frequently asked about Ally
What does the name Ally mean?
Ally means “Exalted, sublime, high” from Arabic roots.
What is the origin of the name Ally?
Ally has Arabic origin. The traditional meaning is “Exalted, sublime, high”.
How popular is Ally in Ireland?
Ally ranked #483 in Ireland in 2025 — given to 7 babies that year.
When was Ally most popular?
Ally peaked in 2005 with 23 babies registered that year in Ireland.
Is Ally a boy or girl name?
Ally is predominantly a girls' name in Ireland — over 90% of Allys in registered births are female.
Is the name Ally rising or falling in popularity?
Ally has fallen 168 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Ireland — from #315 in 2020 to #483 in 2025.
How long has Ally been recorded in Ireland?
Ally appears in birth records in Ireland across 27 years — from 1999 through 2025.