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Allan vs Jon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Allan

Boy #854 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rock, harmony"

Origin: Celtic/Brythonic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#854
Total SSA Count
283
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Jon

Boy #893 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American Scandinavian Welsh English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#893
Total SSA Count
265
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Allan Rank #854
Jon Rank #893

Allan is more popular, ranked #854 vs #893 for Jon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Allan or Jon more popular?

Allan is more popular, ranked #854 compared to Jon at #893 in the United States.

What do Allan and Jon mean?

Allan means "rock, harmony" (Celtic/Brythonic origin). Jon means "God is gracious" (Hebrew origin).

Are Allan and Jon boy or girl names?

Allan is primarily a boy name. Jon is primarily a boy name.

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