Allen vs Wells

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wells

Boy #377 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"one who lives near the wells or springs"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#377
Total SSA Count
865
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Wel, Wey, Weie

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Allen Rank #574
Wells Rank #377

Wells is more popular, ranked #377 vs #574 for Allen.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Allen ___

  • Allen James
  • Allen Michael
  • Allen Robert
  • Allen Thomas
  • Allen Lee
  • Allen Wayne

Wells ___

  • Wells Harrison
  • Wells Andrew
  • Wells James
  • Wells Michael
  • Wells Thomas
  • Wells Henry

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Allen

Brian Kevin Karen Susan David

If you choose Wells

Brooks Hayes Greer Parker Scout

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Allen or Wells more popular?

Wells is more popular, ranked #377 compared to Allen at #574 in the United States.

What do Allen and Wells mean?

Allen means "handsome, cheerful" (Celtic origin). Wells means "one who lives near the wells or springs" (Old English origin).

Are Allen and Wells boy or girl names?

Allen is primarily a boy name. Wells is primarily a boy name.

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