Alana
Alana is a girl's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Precious, darling, or little child.
Origin and history
Alana is a feminine given name of Gaelic and Old Breton origin, long used as a term of endearment meaning 'precious' or 'child'. It gained steady popularity in the United States during the late 20th century and remains well-used today. Its soft, melodic sound makes it a popular choice for modern parents.
Popularity in the United States
68,264 babies in the United States have been named Alana since 1880. It ranks #486 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #181.
States where it is most popular
- CA (13.6 %)
- NY (8.4 %)
- TX (7.7 %)
- FL (7.5 %)
- PA (4.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 44 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,143 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,413 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,889 |
| 1970-1980 | 3,519 |
| 1980-1990 | 6,916 |
| 1990-2000 | 9,220 |
| 2000-2010 | 17,935 |
| 2010-2019 | 16,263 |
| 2020-2029 | 9,922 |
Famous people named Alana
- Alana Haim: Musician, Actress
- Alana de la Garza: Actress
Nicknames
Lana, Allie, Ali
Fun facts
- Although primarily of Gaelic origin, Alana also coincides with a Hawaiian word meaning 'fair' or 'beautiful harvest'.
- It is widely considered the feminine form of the traditional masculine name Alan or Alanus.