About Alby
The surname Alby is of English origin and is derived from the Old Norse personal name "Alfr," meaning "elf" or "supernatural being," combined with the Old English word "by," meaning "settlement" or "farm." Therefore, the surname Alby can be interpreted to mean "settlement of the elves" or "farm of the supernatural beings." It is likely that the name was originally given to someone who lived near or worked on a farm associated with folklore or mythical creatures.
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The surname Alby is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Alby based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Alby in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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