Girl · 2199th of 35,406
Allana
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
3,078
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2008
Peak Popularity Year
96
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Allana stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Allana is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'oak tree' or 'God has answered'. It evolved from 'Elanah' to 'Alana' and finally to 'Allana'. The name is associated with traits of strength and resilience, and while it has no biblical relevance, it gained popularity in the 20th century. Notable figures with this name include Allana Harkin and Allana Blanchard.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/əˈlænə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Allana is derived from the Hebrew name 'Elanah', which means 'oak tree' or 'God has answered'.
Meaning
oak tree, God has answered
Language Evolution
Elanah, Alana, Allana
Historical Usage
The name Allana gained popularity in the 20th century and has been used in various cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Alana, Elana, Lana
Modern Popularity & Image
Allana is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with strength and resilience.
Famous People
Allana Harkin, Allana Blanchard
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 96 peak births in 2008
Geographic Spread
Popular across 15 US states, with strongest presence in Florida
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 1 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 6 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 5791st of 9204 | 35 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3833rd of 12526 | 192 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3717th of 19264 | 273 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2798th of 27321 | 628 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2199th of 35406 | 1,316 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3103rd of 30306 | 634 |