Alanah
Alanah: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Alanah
- A female given name from the Celtic languages.
Etymology
Rare spelling variant of Alana, the feminine form of Alan.
How popular is Alanah?
Since 1880, 4,226 girls in the U.S. have been named Alanah. Its highest rank for girls was #1136 in 2012. In 2025, 65 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Alanah
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Alanah
Sister and brother names that share Alanah's Celtic roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Alanah FAQ
What does the name Alanah mean?
A female given name from the Celtic languages. Rare spelling variant of Alana, the feminine form of Alan.
What is the origin of the name Alanah?
Alanah is listed as a name of Celtic origin.
How popular is the name Alanah?
Since 1880, 4,226 girls in the U.S. have been named Alanah. Its highest rank for girls was #1136 in 2012. In 2025, 65 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Alanah a boy or girl name?
Alanah is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 4,226 girls and 0 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.