Rory vs Alan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rory

Boy #226 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"red king, famous ruler"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #167 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome"

Origin: Celtic

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Rory Rank #226

Alan Rank #167

Alan is more popular, ranked #167 vs #226 for Rory.

Is Rory or Alan more popular?

Alan is more popular, ranked #167 compared to Rory at #226 in the United States.

What do Rory and Alan mean?

Rory means "red king, famous ruler" (Irish Gaelic origin). Alan means "handsome" (Celtic origin).

Are Rory and Alan boy or girl names?

Rory is primarily a boy name. Alan is primarily a boy name.