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Alan

“Moon”

Latin origin 4 letters 2 syllables
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Alan

Moon

Latin

Name Details & Attributes

Origin

Latin

Syllables

2

About this name

Alan is a given name of Latin origin meaning moon.

Alan has a popularity score of 95 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It has 2 syllables and 4 letters.

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What does the name Alan mean?

The name Alan means "Moon."

What origin is the name Alan?

Alan is of Latin origin.

Is Alan a boy or girl name?

Alan is traditionally a girl's name.

Is Alan popular?

Alan has a popularity score of 95 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue.

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