Alanna
Girl name · 755 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Alanna: 755 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 37 births in 1992.
Alanna is a modern feminine form of Alan, a name rooted in Celtic origins, likely from the Old Irish *ailín*, meaning "little rock" or "harmony." It shares a linguistic heritage with the Breton and Gaelic names for Alan, which carried connotations of nobility and steadfastness. Notable bearers include American actress Alanna Ubach, known for her role in *Legally Blonde*, and Alanna Masterson, who played Tara Chambler in *The Walking Dead*. While no major places are directly named after Alanna, the root appears in variations across Ireland and Scotland. Culturally, the spelling "Alannah" has enjoyed particular
Girl 48 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 199237 babies
- Latest (2024)
- #4766 babies
- Total births
- 755since 1974
- 5-year trend
- ▼ 6%vs prior 5y