Alan vs King

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alan

Boy #167 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome"

Origin: Celtic

English Scottish French Breton

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Boy #343 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"king, ruler, monarch"

Origin: Old English

American English African American

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Alan Rank #167

King Rank #343

Alan is more popular, ranked #167 vs #343 for King.

Is Alan or King more popular?

Alan is more popular, ranked #167 compared to King at #343 in the United States.

What do Alan and King mean?

Alan means "handsome" (Celtic origin). King means "king, ruler, monarch" (Old English origin).

Are Alan and King boy or girl names?

Alan is primarily a boy name. King is primarily a boy name.