Alana Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-LAH-nah / əˈlɑːnəIrish; Hebrew
Meaning
Irish: 'little rock'; Hebrew: 'noble'
Historical & Cultural Background
Alana is a name with roots in both Irish and Hebrew cultures. In Irish, it is often associated with the term 'leanbh,' meaning 'child.' The name has gained popularity in various English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States, since the late 20th century. It is often chosen for its melodic sound and positive meanings.
Trend Summary
Alana has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States since the 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Alannah
- Elana
International Variants
- Alana (Spanish)
- Alena (Slavic)
- Elana (Hebrew)
Famous people named Alana
Alana Haim is a musician known for being a member of the band Haim.
Alana Thompson, also known as Honey Boo Boo, is a reality television personality.
Alana de la Garza is an actress recognized for her roles in various television series.
Alana Blanchard is a professional surfer and model.
Fictional characters named Alana
Alana is a character in the 'Song of the Lioness' series by Tamora Pierce, known for her bravery and determination.
Alana is a character in the animated series 'The Lion Guard,' where she is depicted as a young lioness.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alana was first seen in the United States in 1930. Alana has ranked as high as #303 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in California, New York, Florida, Texas, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Alana has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Alana (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 293 | |
CA | 273 | |
FL | 257 | |
NY | 128 | |
NJ | 91 | |
GA | 78 | |
NC | 70 | |
IL | 60 | |
PA | 58 | |
MA | 53 | |
TN | 47 | |
OH | 47 | |
VA | 43 | |
AZ | 40 | |
MD | 38 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1930 | 12 |
1931 | 5 |
1932 | 5 |
1933 | 7 |
1934 | 5 |
1937 | 5 |
1939 | 5 |
1940 | 5 |
1941 | 9 |
1942 | 17 |
1943 | 42 |
1944 | 104 |
1945 | 134 |
1946 | 194 |
1947 | 219 |
1948 | 221 |
1949 | 198 |
1950 | 183 |
1951 | 189 |
1952 | 172 |
1953 | 160 |
1954 | 139 |
1955 | 119 |
1956 | 132 |
1957 | 116 |
1958 | 103 |
1959 | 100 |
1960 | 127 |
1961 | 159 |
1962 | 156 |
1963 | 199 |
1964 | 215 |
1965 | 191 |
1966 | 200 |
1967 | 220 |
1968 | 211 |
1969 | 211 |
1970 | 250 |
1971 | 203 |
1972 | 227 |
1973 | 278 |
1974 | 337 |
1975 | 442 |
1976 | 370 |
1977 | 365 |
1978 | 440 |
1979 | 606 |
1980 | 636 |
1981 | 639 |
1982 | 707 |
1983 | 633 |
1984 | 655 |
1985 | 977 |
1986 | 728 |
1987 | 623 |
1988 | 652 |
1989 | 666 |
1990 | 720 |
1991 | 701 |
1992 | 671 |
1993 | 773 |
1994 | 798 |
1995 | 900 |
1996 | 1,155 |
1997 | 1,038 |
1998 | 1,218 |
1999 | 1,246 |
2000 | 1,279 |
2001 | 1,233 |
2002 | 1,391 |
2003 | 1,621 |
2004 | 1,913 |
2005 | 1,974 |
2006 | 2,121 |
2007 | 2,461 |
2008 | 2,037 |
2009 | 1,904 |
2010 | 1,819 |
2011 | 1,702 |
2012 | 1,779 |
2013 | 1,758 |
2014 | 1,675 |
2015 | 1,629 |
2016 | 1,573 |
2017 | 1,447 |
2018 | 1,533 |
2019 | 1,340 |
2020 | 1,400 |
2021 | 1,333 |
2022 | 1,420 |
2023 | 1,617 |
2024 | 2,054 |