Mason vs Alan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mason

Boy #42 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"Stone worker; one who builds with stone"

Origin: English

English American

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Boy #167 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome"

Origin: Celtic

English Scottish French Breton

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Mason Rank #42

Alan Rank #167

Mason is more popular, ranked #42 vs #167 for Alan.

Is Mason or Alan more popular?

Mason is more popular, ranked #42 compared to Alan at #167 in the United States.

What do Mason and Alan mean?

Mason means "Stone worker; one who builds with stone" (English origin). Alan means "handsome" (Celtic origin).

Are Mason and Alan boy or girl names?

Mason is primarily a boy name. Alan is primarily a boy name.