Allen vs Argus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Allen

Boy #574 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome, cheerful"

Origin: Celtic

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Boy #14,142 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"all-seeing, vigilant"

Origin: Greek

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Allen Rank #574

Argus Rank #14,142

Allen is more popular, ranked #574 vs #14142 for Argus.

Is Allen or Argus more popular?

Allen is more popular, ranked #574 compared to Argus at #14142 in the United States.

What do Allen and Argus mean?

Allen means "handsome, cheerful" (Celtic origin). Argus means "all-seeing, vigilant" (Greek origin).

Are Allen and Argus boy or girl names?

Allen is primarily a boy name. Argus is primarily a boy name.