Alain
Alain: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Alain
- A male given name from French, equivalent to English Alan.
Etymology
Borrowed from French Alain.
How popular is Alain?
Since 1880, 6 girls and 3,980 boys in the U.S. have been named Alain (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #8175 in 1976. Its highest rank for boys was #998 in 1985. In 2025, 44 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Alain
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Sibling name ideas for Alain
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Alain FAQ
What does the name Alain mean?
A male given name from French, equivalent to English Alan. Borrowed from French Alain.
What is the origin of the name Alain?
Alain is listed as a name of French origin.
How popular is the name Alain?
Since 1880, 6 girls and 3,980 boys in the U.S. have been named Alain (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #8175 in 1976. Its highest rank for boys was #998 in 1985. In 2025, 44 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Alain a boy or girl name?
Alain is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 6 girls and 3,980 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.