Alean Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Alean originates from Latin, meaning bright or white, and has evolved through various historical forms such as Albus and Aleanus. It represents traits of creativity and uniqueness, with no direct biblical relevance. The name has gained popularity in recent decades as a distinctive choice for modern parents.
The name Alean is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Alean has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Alean' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1525th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1760th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3929th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 14367th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 27321st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 30306th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Alean' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Alean"
Pronunciation
/əˈliːən/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Alean derives from the Latin name 'Aleanus,' which is believed to be a derivative of the name 'Albus,' meaning white or bright.
Meaning
bright, white
Language Evolution
Albus, Aleanus, Alean
Historical Usage
The name Alean has seen fluctuating popularity, particularly in the 20th century, as parents sought unique yet classic names.
Variants & Derivatives
Aleena, Alena, Elena
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Alean is perceived as a unique and elegant name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Alean Thompson, a notable artist, Alean Smith, a prominent author
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Alean"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Alean"
"Alean" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1525th of 9107 | 487 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1760th of 9204 | 390 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3929th of 12526 | 183 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 14367th of 19264 | 16 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 27321st of 27321 | 5 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 30306th of 30306 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Alean" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Alean" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
54.10% 1280th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
57.88% 1362nd/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
100.00% 2227th/2227 |
- |
95.37% 2721st/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Alean"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Alean" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.