Italian

Allegra

Pronounced uh-LEG-ruhShare

Meaning: Cheerful; lively

  • Girl
  • Rare gem
  • 3 syllables

The story

Allegra is an Italian name with a direct sense of cheerfulness and liveliness. Its meaning is part of the language itself, rather than an interpretation based only on how the name sounds.

Nicknames

  • Ally
  • Allie

Popularity

Rare gem

Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.

Style

Origins

Allegra comes from Italian.

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