Alannah

At a Glance

Meaning

A modern feminine form of Alan, also echoing the Irish term of endearment 'a leanbh' ('o child')

Origin

Irish/Celtic (modern coinage)

Gender

Primarily used for girls

Pronunciation

uh-LAN-uhListen

Alannah (uh-LAN-uh) is a modern feminine form of Alan, and it also echoes the Irish term of endearment 'a leanbh', which means 'o child'. It's an Irish/Celtic modern coinage, so it feels familiar and soft without being tied to an old tradition. If you want an Alan-rooted name with an Irish lilt, this one fits.

Meaning & Origin of Alannah

Meaning: A modern feminine form of Alan, also echoing the Irish term of endearment 'a leanbh' ('o child').

Origin: Irish/Celtic (modern coinage).

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Alannah

Popularity of Alannah

Alannah peaked at #762 in 2015, when 370 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #1506 with 143 babies, so it's still in use but much less common than it was a decade ago.

Names Like Alannah

These names have followed a similar path to Alannah in U.S. popularity over the years.

• Ammar
• Emmalynn
• Ewan
• Milah
• Eamon
• Kyndall

FAQ

What does the name Alannah mean?

A modern feminine form of Alan, also echoing the Irish term of endearment ‘a leanbh’ (‘o child’). (Source: Wiktionary)

How do you pronounce Alannah?

Alannah is pronounced uh-LAN-uh (IPA: /əˈlænə/).

Is Alannah a popular name right now?

Alannah peaked at #762 in 2015 and is ranked #1506 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1948–2024.)

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