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Mahlon vs Alon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alon

Boy #4,655 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"strong, mighty (by association with oak)"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Israeli Jewish Hebrew

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,655
Total SSA Count
22
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Mahlon Rank #3,441
Alon Rank #4,655

Mahlon is more popular, ranked #3441 vs #4655 for Alon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mahlon or Alon more popular?

Mahlon is more popular, ranked #3441 compared to Alon at #4655 in the United States.

What do Mahlon and Alon mean?

Mahlon means "sickness; weakness" (Hebrew origin). Alon means "strong, mighty (by association with oak)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Mahlon and Alon boy or girl names?

Mahlon is primarily a boy name. Alon is primarily a boy name.

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