Allan – Name Meaning
The name Allan is a boy’s name of Scottish origin meaning “handsome”. It is derived from the Gaelic name Aluinn, which means “handsome” or “noble”. The name has been in use since the Middle Ages and was popularized by Sir Walter Scott in his novel Waverley. It is also a variant of Alan, which is derived from the Old Germanic name Adalwolf.
Allan is a strong and confident name that conveys a sense of power and strength. It is often associated with intelligence, ambition, and leadership. It can also be seen as a symbol of loyalty and dependability.
Popularity
Allan has been steadily increasing in popularity over the past few decades. In 2020, it was the 545th most popular boys’ name in the United States, up from 890th in 2000. It is particularly popular in Scotland, where it was the 11th most popular boys’ name in 2019.
Famous People Named Allan
There are many famous people who have the name Allan, including:
- Allan Pinkerton (1819-1884), founder of the Pinkerton Detective Agency
- Allan Bloom (1930-1992), American philosopher and author
- Allan Houston (1971- ), former NBA player
- Allan McLeod (1984- ), Canadian actor and comedian
- Allan Holdsworth (1946-2017), English guitarist and composer
- Allan Dwan (1885-1981), Canadian film director
- Allan Sherman (1924-1973), American songwriter and comedian
Variations of Allan
The variations of Allan include: Alain, Alan, Alen, Allain, Allen, Allin, Allon, Allyn.
