Alain
ah-LEHN
Popularity
#3209
Letters
5
Syllables
2
Origin
French
Total Births
3,942
Peak Year
#92 in 1988
First Recorded
1942
Style
Classic & Timeless, Sophisticated & Formal
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
French form of Alan, a name of uncertain origin. Possible meanings include 'handsome', 'harmony', or 'little rock'.
Numerology
The Idealist
Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.
Famous Namesakes
Alain Delon
French actor, considered a cinema icon
Alain Prost
French former racing driver and four-time Formula One champion
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