What Does the Name Alban Mean
The name Alban comes from German roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Alban below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Alban Name Meaning
German, French, Albanian, English (Rare)From the Roman cognomen Albanus which meant "from Alba". Alba (from Latin albus "white") was the name of various places within the Roman Empire, including the city Alba Longa....
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What does the name Alban mean?
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