Allan
Allan: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Allan
- A male given name from the Celtic languages, a less common spelling of Alan.
- A surname transferred from the given name derived from the given name, more often spelled Allen.
How popular is Allan?
Since 1880, 253 girls and 96,458 boys in the U.S. have been named Allan (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2501 in 1928. Its highest rank for boys was #115 in 1940. In 2025, 223 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Allan
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Sibling name ideas for Allan
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Allan FAQ
What does the name Allan mean?
A male given name from the Celtic languages, a less common spelling of Alan. A surname transferred from the given name derived from the given name, more often spelled Allen.
What is the origin of the name Allan?
Allan is listed as a name of Celtic origin.
How popular is the name Allan?
Since 1880, 253 girls and 96,458 boys in the U.S. have been named Allan (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2501 in 1928. Its highest rank for boys was #115 in 1940. In 2025, 223 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Allan a boy or girl name?
Allan is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 253 girls and 96,458 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.