Allen Meaning

What does Allen mean?

The name Allen is of Irish origin.

The meaning of Allen is "rock, handsome".

It is also of English and Scottish origin, where its meaning is "handsome".

Allen is generally used as a boy's name.

It consists of 5 letters and 2 syllables and is pronounced A-llen.

Allen is a variant of Alan. See Alan for further details.

Embraced by many parents, the name Allen, is one of warmth and charm.

This 2 syllable name has allure and majesty.

A name that will flow off your tongue.

Some famous bearers of this name include: Allen Ginsberg, and Allen Leech.

In the U.S. in 2018, it ranked 421 in baby name popularity for boys with 733 occurrences. Less than 5 girls were given the name.

In contrast, the year before it ranked 402 in baby name popularity for boys with 789 occurrences. Less than 5 girls were given the name.

The trend's your friend. See how Allen has changed in popularity since 1880 by visiting the Allen Name Popularity Page.

Allen is a variant of Alan.

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