Allene Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Allene originates from the French name Aline, with its roots tracing back to the Germanic name Adalheidis meaning 'noble kind'. Over time, it evolved through various linguistic forms. While it does not have biblical significance, Allene has a vintage appeal and is perceived as an elegant name today, with notable figures bearing the name.
The name Allene 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 Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Allene has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Allene' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7545th out of 7545 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 434th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 585th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1353rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3727th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6841st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10998th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 18286th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Allene' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Allene"
Pronunciation
/əˈliːn/
Origin
French
Etymology
Allene is derived from the French name 'Aline', which is a diminutive of 'Adeline', itself originating from the Germanic 'Adalheidis' meaning 'noble kind'.
Meaning
Noble, bright
Language Evolution
Adalheidis (Old High German), Aline (French), Allene (English)
Historical Usage
Allene gained popularity in the early 20th century as a feminine given name, often seen as a modern variant of Aline or Ellen.
Variants & Derivatives
Aline, Ellen, Alene, Elaine
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Allene is considered a vintage name that evokes a sense of elegance and classic charm.
Famous People
Allene T. Morrow, an American artist, Allene Roberts, an American actress
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Allene"
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 "Allene"
"Allene" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 7545th of 7545 | 5 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 434th of 9107 | 4,199 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 585th of 9204 | 2,519 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1353rd of 12526 | 1,112 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3727th of 19264 | 272 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6841st of 27321 | 176 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 10998th of 35406 | 136 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 18286th of 30306 | 33 |
Regional Popularity of "Allene" 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 "Allene" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
36.09% 511th/1416 |
47.06% 649th/1379 |
13.44% 318th/2366 |
57.79% 660th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
46.25% 715th/1546 |
51.29% 798th/1556 |
19.38% 456th/2353 |
41.95% 649th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
69.02% 1537th/2227 |
67.00% 1628th/2430 |
41.54% 1185th/2853 |
55.50% 1540th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
- | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Allene"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Allene" 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.