Alph

Alph Meaning & Origin

About Alph
The name "Alph" is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "ælf" meaning "elf" or "supernatural being." It is often used as a short form or nickname for names beginning with "Al-" such as Alfred or Alphonse. The name Alph carries connotations of mystical or otherworldly qualities, reflecting its etymological roots in folklore and mythology.

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Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
ALF
🗽 NYSIIS
A
🔊 Soundex
A410
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
AE1 L F
🌐 IPA
/alph*/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('ALF', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
A410

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Alph in Braille

Here's how to represent Alph in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Alph in braille

How to Spell the Name Alph in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Alph using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Alph in sign language

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