Allan vs Melvin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Allan

Boy #854 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rock, harmony"

Origin: Celtic/Brythonic

Scottish English French American

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Boy #876 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"council friend"

Origin: Celtic/Old English

English American Scandinavian Welsh

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Allan Rank #854

Melvin Rank #876

Allan is more popular, ranked #854 vs #876 for Melvin.

Is Allan or Melvin more popular?

Allan is more popular, ranked #854 compared to Melvin at #876 in the United States.

What do Allan and Melvin mean?

Allan means "rock, harmony" (Celtic/Brythonic origin). Melvin means "council friend" (Celtic/Old English origin).

Are Allan and Melvin boy or girl names?

Allan is primarily a boy name. Melvin is primarily a boy name.