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Alan

"Not available in SSA source data." — Unknown origin

BoyUnknown2 syllablesCurrent rank #167 (2024)

About Alan

Alan appears in U.S. Social Security baby-name records from 1882 through 2020. In 2024, it ranks #167 among boys, with 2,183 reported births. Across available SSA years, the name appears 354,144 times.

Quick Facts

GenderBoy
OriginUnknown
PronunciationAlan
Syllables2

Nicknames for Alan

Aly

Popularity in the U.S.

Alan ranks #167 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 2,183 births.. Parents often choose Alan for its clear pronunciation and classic style.

Current #1675Y +2%Peak 2016
1.8K2K2.2K2.4K2.6K151617181920212223242015: 2,486 births2016: 2,630 births2017: 2,441 births2018: 2,248 births2019: 2,138 births2020: 1,956 births2021: 1,931 births2022: 2,005 births2023: 2,164 births2024: 2,183 births

Alan had 2,183 births in 2024.

Middle Name Ideas

  • Alan James
  • Alan Alexander
  • Alan Reid

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Alan mean?

Alan means "Not available in SSA source data." and is commonly associated with Unknown roots.

Is Alan a popular baby name in the U.S.?

Yes. Alan ranks #167 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 2,183 births..

How is Alan pronounced?

A common pronunciation is Alan.

What are common nicknames for Alan?

Popular nicknames include Aly.