Alan vs Logan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alan

Boy #167 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome"

Origin: Celtic

English Scottish French Breton

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Boy #46 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"Little hollow; from the little hollow place"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Scottish Irish American English

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Alan Rank #167

Logan Rank #46

Logan is more popular, ranked #46 vs #167 for Alan.

Is Alan or Logan more popular?

Logan is more popular, ranked #46 compared to Alan at #167 in the United States.

What do Alan and Logan mean?

Alan means "handsome" (Celtic origin). Logan means "Little hollow; from the little hollow place" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Alan and Logan boy or girl names?

Alan is primarily a boy name. Logan is primarily a boy name.