Alpha Male refers to a concept of a dominant and successful male in various social contexts, often associated with traits like assertiveness, confidence, and leadership. While the term has been popularized in modern culture, it draws upon historical notions of dominance hierarchies and traditional gender roles.
In evolutionary biology, the alpha male concept is commonly observed in species with hierarchical social structures, where a single male establishes and maintains dominance over a group. This dominance can provide evolutionary advantages like increased access to resources and mating opportunities. In human societies, the alpha male concept has been used to describe individuals who exhibit similar dominant characteristics and achieve high status or influence within social groups.