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Christian Name · Italian/Latin Origin
Allegra Meaning — Origin & Biblical Significance
Allegra
girl
Allegra means "Joyful; Lively", a girl's name of Italian/Latin origin. The name Allegra does not appear in the King James Bible; it is chosen by Christian families for its meaning rather than for a person in Scripture. Allegra embodies the deep, abiding joy that comes not from circumstances but from a relationship with God.
Is Allegra in the Bible?
No — the name Allegra does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Joyful; Lively", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Allegra.
Pronunciation:/ah-LEG-rah/
OriginItalian/Latin
MeaningJoyful; Lively
What does Allegra mean?
Allegra is a girl name of Italian/Latin origin meaning "Joyful; Lively". Allegra comes from the Italian word for 'joyful' or 'lively.' While not a biblical name, it captures the spirit of Christian joy described throughout Scripture.
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What does Allegra mean in the Bible?
Allegra means "Joyful; Lively" and is a name of Italian/Latin origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Allegra comes from the Italian word for 'joyful' or 'lively.' While not a biblical name, it captures the spirit of Christian joy described throughout Scripture. The Bible repeatedly calls believers to rejoice, making this name a beautiful expression of faith-filled happiness.
What does the Bible say about the meaning of Allegra?
Allegra is not a name the King James Bible uses, so the passages below are quoted for the meaning they share with it — "Joyful; Lively" — not because Scripture names anyone Allegra.
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Which books of the Bible mention Allegra?
Allegra is mentioned across 1 book of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Allegra?
Allegra embodies the deep, abiding joy that comes not from circumstances but from a relationship with God.
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Names like Allegra
Other Italian/Latin biblical names that share the spirit of "Joyful; Lively" — discovered by matching meaning category and origin.
Names that pair well with Allegra
Sibling sets, middle-name combinations, and complementary pairings chosen for matching origin, meaning, and similar syllable weight.
Dante
boy
"Enduring; Steadfast; Lasting"
Allegra & Dante
Immanuel
boy
"God is with us"
Allegra & Immanuel
Abraham
boy
"Father of many nations"
Allegra & Abraham
Abraham
boy
"Father of many nations"
Allegra & Abraham
Adalbert
boy
"Noble and bright"
Allegra & Adalbert
Ariel
unisex
"Lion of God; Altar hearth"
Allegra & Ariel
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Allegra name meaning: frequently asked questions
No — the name Allegra does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Joyful; Lively", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Allegra.
Allegra means "Joyful; Lively." It is an Italian/Latin name. Scripture never uses it as a name, but the idea behind it — "Joyful; Lively" — runs right through the Bible.
Italian/Latin. Allegra comes into English from Italian/Latin and carries the sense "Joyful; Lively." Its Christian use comes from that meaning and centuries of use in the church, not from a person named in Scripture.
Common questions about the name Allegra
Can I download a free King James Bible PDF to study the name Allegra?
Yes. The complete King James Bible is available as a free PDF download — all 66 books, 1,189 chapters, ready to read offline or print. No sign-up required.
Where can I read the full biblical context for Allegra?
You can read every verse where Allegra appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.