Alannah
Alannah is a girl's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
O child, dear child, or beauty.
Origin and history
Alannah is an English name adapted from the Irish Gaelic phrase 'a Leanbh', which translates affectionately as 'o child'. It is a variant spelling of Alana that gained popularity in the late 20th century. In the United States, it remains a steady and recognizable feminine choice.
Popularity in the United States
7,392 babies in the United States have been named Alannah since 1880. It ranks #1955 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1196.
States where it is most popular
- CA (15.9 %)
- TX (11.9 %)
- FL (9.7 %)
- NY (9.4 %)
- PA (5.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 6 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 93 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,177 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,095 |
| 2010-2019 | 3,005 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,016 |
Famous people named Alannah
- Alannah Myles: Singer, Songwriter
- Alannah Currie: Musician, Artist
Nicknames
Lana, Lannie, Ally
Fun facts
- The name directly derives from the Irish Gaelic term of endearment 'a leanbh', used to address a beloved child.
- The 'h' ending was popularized to match names like Hannah and to emphasize the soft final vowel sound.