Jerry vs Allan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jerry

Boy #868 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"God will uplift (from Jeremy/Jeremiah)"

Origin: Hebrew

American English Irish

12 High Risk

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Boy #854 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rock, harmony"

Origin: Celtic/Brythonic

Scottish English French American

✓ All Clear

Jerry Rank #868

Allan Rank #854

Allan is more popular, ranked #854 vs #868 for Jerry.

Is Jerry or Allan more popular?

Allan is more popular, ranked #854 compared to Jerry at #868 in the United States.

What do Jerry and Allan mean?

Jerry means "God will uplift (from Jeremy/Jeremiah)" (Hebrew origin). Allan means "rock, harmony" (Celtic/Brythonic origin).

Are Jerry and Allan boy or girl names?

Jerry is primarily a boy name. Allan is primarily a boy name.