Allanah

“little rock, harmony”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#10343US 2023

9Births / yr

↓Falling

868All-time births

📅 Since 199000

How to pronounce Allanah

AW·LAN·AH

/ˈɔ.ˈlæn.ˈɑ/ · stress on AW · 3 syllables

“little rock, harmony”

American origin · Girl name

What does Allanah mean and where does it come from?

Allanah is a modern variation of the name Alana, which has roots in Gaelic and means 'harmony' or 'rock.' It saw popularity rise in the late 20th century. Variations like 'Alana' are widely used across English-speaking countries. Notable figures with the variant include Alana Stewart, an American ac

Cultural significance

Allanah has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of little rock, harmony.

Peak popularity

Reached #2840 in 2006 — currently #10343 in the US.

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How else can you spell Allanah?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

What middle names flow best with Allanah?

Allanah works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Allanah Grace

How popular is Allanah right now?

Falling — down 3043 spots — currently #10343 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2023#10343 · Top 7.6%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#10343	9	▼ down 3043 · -40% births
2022	#7300	15	▲ up 2303 · +50% births
2021	#9603	10	▼ down 2895 · -41% births
2020	#6708	17	▼ down 2177 · -45% births
2015	#4531	31	▲ up 532 · +11% births
2010	#5063	28	▼ down 1280 · -28% births
2005	#3783	39	▲ up 724 · +44% births
2000	#4507	27	▲ up 321 · +29% births
1995	#4828	21	▼ down 601 · -12% births
1990	#4227	24	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Allanah

Best Year2005Rank #3783

Peak Count39

Average Rank#6089

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1990 - 202310 years

The story of Allanah

Allanah is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1990. With 868 total births recorded, Allanah remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4227 in 1990, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #10343 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Allanah in 2006:

Emily Emma Madison Isabella Ava

Allanah by decade

Allanah peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	181
2000s ★	412
2010s	258
2020s	17

💎Allanah has only 868 total recorded births since 1990 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Allanah?

Common

AllAnah

What names sound and feel like Allanah?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Allanah also consider these

American · A variant of

Alyanah

American · Noble

Alaynah

American · Variant of Elena,

Aleynah

American · A variant of

Alonnah

American · light, mercy

Alanah

Irish · Irish

Common questions about the name Allanah

What does the name Allanah mean?

Allanah means "little rock, harmony" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Allanah?

Allanah is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Allanah?

Allanah originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Allanah?

Allanah is a three-syllable name pronounced AO1 L AE1 N AA1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Allanah?

Allanah pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.