Alon
Alon: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Alon
- A male given name from Hebrew, variant of Elon.
- A surname, from given names.
Etymology
Borrowed from Hebrew אַלּוֹן (alon, “oak tree”). * Borrowed from Tagalog Alon; this surname is predominantly found in Bangsamoro region.
How popular is Alon?
Since 1880, 24 girls and 1,188 boys in the U.S. have been named Alon (2% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #10904 in 1989. Its highest rank for boys was #2363 in 1975. In 2025, 18 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Sibling name ideas for Alon
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Alon FAQ
What does the name Alon mean?
A male given name from Hebrew, variant of Elon. A surname, from given names. Borrowed from Hebrew אַלּוֹן (alon, “oak tree”). * Borrowed from Tagalog Alon; this surname is predominantly found in Bangsamoro region.
What is the origin of the name Alon?
Alon is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Alon?
Since 1880, 24 girls and 1,188 boys in the U.S. have been named Alon (2% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #10904 in 1989. Its highest rank for boys was #2363 in 1975. In 2025, 18 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Alon a boy or girl name?
Alon is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 24 girls and 1,188 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.