Alannah
Alannah: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Alannah
Root meaning: “child”
- A female given name from the Celtic languages.
Etymology
Modern variant of Alana, the feminine form of Alan. Also associated with the affectionate Anglo-Irish term of address alanna (“child”). The spelling is influenced by names of Hebrew origin such as Hannah and Susannah.
How popular is Alannah?
Since 1880, 7,392 girls in the U.S. have been named Alannah. Its highest rank for girls was #763 in 2015. In 2025, 123 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Alannah FAQ
What does the name Alannah mean?
Alannah traces back to a root meaning "child". A female given name from the Celtic languages. Modern variant of Alana, the feminine form of Alan. Also associated with the affectionate Anglo-Irish term of address alanna (“child”). The spelling is influenced by names of Hebrew origin such as Hannah and Susannah.
What is the origin of the name Alannah?
Alannah is listed as a name of Celtic origin.
How popular is the name Alannah?
Since 1880, 7,392 girls in the U.S. have been named Alannah. Its highest rank for girls was #763 in 2015. In 2025, 123 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Alannah a boy or girl name?
Alannah is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 7,392 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.