Alleen Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Alleen is a name of French origin, derived from Alain and meaning 'little rock'. It has evolved through historical forms such as Alain and Alanus. The name is perceived as elegant and unique today, with no biblical background. Its popularity surged in the late 19th to early 20th centuries, and it has several variants like Alina and Ally.
The name Alleen is most popular in Kentucky, 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, Alleen 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, 'Alleen' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1440th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2281st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5100th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 15137th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 20974th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Alleen' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Alleen"
Pronunciation
/əˈliːn/
Origin
French
Etymology
The name Alleen is derived from the Old French name 'Alain', which itself is derived from the Latin name 'Alanus' meaning 'little rock'.
Meaning
little rock
Language Evolution
Alain, Alanus, Alleen
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a feminine variant of Alain.
Variants & Derivatives
Alina, Ally, Alayne
Modern Popularity & Image
In contemporary times, Alleen is considered a unique and elegant name, often associated with grace and charm.
Famous People
Alleen McGowan, Alleen L. G. Grayson
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Alleen"
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 "Alleen"
"Alleen" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1440th of 9107 | 531 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2281st of 9204 | 257 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5100th of 12526 | 111 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 15137th of 19264 | 13 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 20974th of 27321 | 15 |
Regional Popularity of "Alleen" 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 "Alleen" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
88.77% 1257th/1416 |
- |
76.67% 1814th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
95.75% 2253rd/2353 |
- |
| 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Alleen"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Alleen" 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.