Alan vs Blake

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alan

Boy #167 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome"

Origin: Celtic

English Scottish French Breton

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Boy #265 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"dark one, black"

Origin: Old English blaec

English American

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Alan Rank #167

Blake Rank #265

Alan is more popular, ranked #167 vs #265 for Blake.

Is Alan or Blake more popular?

Alan is more popular, ranked #167 compared to Blake at #265 in the United States.

What do Alan and Blake mean?

Alan means "handsome" (Celtic origin). Blake means "dark one, black" (Old English blaec origin).

Are Alan and Blake boy or girl names?

Alan is primarily a boy name. Blake is primarily a boy name.