Meaning

Its source is Adal, an Ancient Germanic name meaning "Precious."

Languages used in

This boy's name is used in English and Czech.

Background story

This name could come from the Gaelic ailin, meaning ''little rock.''

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Statistics for the name Alan (male)

• In USA in 2006, the boy name Alan was ranked as number 122 on the most popular name for newborn babies
• In USA in 2005, the boy name Alan was ranked as number 127 on the most popular name for newborn babies
• In USA in 2004, the boy name Alan was ranked as number 131 on the most popular name for newborn babies
• In USA in 2003, the boy name Alan was ranked as number 131 on the most popular name for newborn babies
• In USA in 2002, the boy name Alan was ranked as number 150 on the most popular name for newborn babies