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Alan

Boy NameCeltic
Meaning
Handsome, cheerful
Origin
Celtic
Peak Year
1951
Peak Popularity
0.44%

Popularity Over Time

1890
0.01%
1900
0.02%
1910
0.03%
1920
0.04%
1930
0.12%
1940
0.20%
1950
0.43%
1960
0.39%
1970
0.19%
1980
0.14%
1990
0.12%
2000
0.12%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Alan mean?
Alan means "Handsome, cheerful" and comes from Celtic origin.
When was Alan most popular?
Alan was most popular in 1951 when 0.44% of babies were given this name.
Is Alan a boy or girl name?
Alan is primarily used as a boy name.