Allyn
Allyn is a boy's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Little rock, handsome, or harmony.
Origin and history
Allyn is a variant spelling of Allen or Alan, derived from a Celtic word traditionally thought to mean 'little rock', 'handsome', or 'harmony'. In the United States, it has been used moderately throughout the twentieth century as a masculine given name, though it remains relatively uncommon today. It offers a classic sound with a less conventional, modern-looking spelling.
Popularity in the United States
3,223 babies in the United States have been named Allyn since 1880. It ranks #2264 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1909.
States where it is most popular
- NY (33.7 %)
- CA (19.2 %)
- MN (16.1 %)
- IL (8.8 %)
- OH (5.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 6 |
| 1910-1920 | 169 |
| 1920-1930 | 279 |
| 1930-1940 | 429 |
| 1940-1950 | 559 |
| 1950-1960 | 500 |
| 1960-1970 | 375 |
| 1970-1980 | 222 |
| 1980-1990 | 278 |
| 1990-2000 | 190 |
| 2000-2010 | 116 |
| 2010-2019 | 82 |
| 2020-2029 | 18 |
Famous people named Allyn
- Allyn Joslyn: Actor
- Allyn Cox: Artist, Painter
Nicknames
Al, Albie
Fun facts
- Allyn arose as a spelling variant of the traditional English and Scottish name Alan or Allen.
- The original name was brought to England during the Norman Conquest by Breton settlers.