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Allen vs Dallan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Allen

Boy #574 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"handsome, cheerful"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

English Scottish Irish Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#574
Total SSA Count
497
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Dallan

Boy #5,921 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little blind one, the blind one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish Gaelic American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,921
Total SSA Count
16
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Allen Rank #574
Dallan Rank #5,921

Allen is more popular, ranked #574 vs #5921 for Dallan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Allen or Dallan more popular?

Allen is more popular, ranked #574 compared to Dallan at #5921 in the United States.

What do Allen and Dallan mean?

Allen means "handsome, cheerful" (Celtic origin). Dallan means "little blind one, the blind one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Allen and Dallan boy or girl names?

Allen is primarily a boy name. Dallan is primarily a boy name.

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