Allean Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Allean is an English name derived from names like Alana and Elaine, meaning bright or shining. Its evolution traces back to Old French and Gaelic origins. It has gained popularity in the 20th century and is associated with modern traits of creativity and uniqueness. There is no significant biblical relevance.
The name Allean 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, Allean has been stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Allean' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1166th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1600th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3568th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 13184th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Allean' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Allean"
Pronunciation
/əˈliːən/
Origin
English
Etymology
Allean is derived from the name 'Alana' or 'Elaine', which has roots in Old French and Gaelic. The name is often interpreted as meaning 'bright' or 'shining'.
Meaning
bright, shining
Language Evolution
Alana, Elaine, Allean
Historical Usage
The name Allean gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a feminine variant of names like Alan.
Variants & Derivatives
Alana, Elaine, Ally
Modern Popularity & Image
Allean is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and brightness.
Famous People
Allean M. Harris, a noted author, Allean Turner, an influential educator
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Allean"
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 "Allean"
"Allean" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1166th of 9107 | 743 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1600th of 9204 | 451 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3568th of 12526 | 216 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 13184th of 19264 | 21 |
Regional Popularity of "Allean" 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 "Allean" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
36.39% 861st/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
50.66% 1192nd/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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93.45% 2666th/2853 |
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| 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 "Allean"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Allean" 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.