Feminine dossier · first seen 1880
Alta
Endangered
Down 96% from peak
Peak era
1918
Peak births
820
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Greatest Generation
1880Peak 19182025
Quick answers about Alta
How many people are named Alta?
An estimated 5,127 living Americans are named Alta.
How rare is Alta?
Alta is very rare among babies today, with 33 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 96% from its 1918 peak.
How old is the typical Alta?
The median age of a living American named Alta is approximately 73 years, with most bearers falling between 52 and 84 years old.
Is Alta still popular?
No. Alta is endangered as a baby name, down 96% from its 1918 peak with 33 births in 2025.
Peak year
1918
Decline from peak
96%
2025
33
All-time
28,931