Alan vs Nash

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alan

Boy #167 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome"

Origin: Celtic

English Scottish French Breton

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Boy #240 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"at the ash tree"

Origin: Old English

American English

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Alan Rank #167

Nash Rank #240

Alan is more popular, ranked #167 vs #240 for Nash.

Is Alan or Nash more popular?

Alan is more popular, ranked #167 compared to Nash at #240 in the United States.

What do Alan and Nash mean?

Alan means "handsome" (Celtic origin). Nash means "at the ash tree" (Old English origin).

Are Alan and Nash boy or girl names?

Alan is primarily a boy name. Nash is primarily a boy name.