Allan is a boy's name of Irish origin meaning "handsome, cheerful". Allan is the 851 ranked male name by popularity. Allan (given name) Allan, a variant spelling of Alan, is both a given name and an English and Scottish surname.
[1] Variant of Alan 1. The American author Edgar Allan Poe (1809-1849) got his middle name from the surname of the parents who adopted him. The name Allan is of Celtic origin and means "handsome" or "harmony." It is derived from the Gaelic name "Alainn," which also means "beautiful" or "fair." Allan is a name often associated with individuals who are charming, attractive, and possess a harmonious nature. Established in 1863, R.L.
allan delman md, Allan is a family publishing business based in London, England, which specializes in high quality editions of the best English language Bible translations. Discover the meaning and origin of the name Allan, its history, and cultural significance in this concise guide. Teenage backstroker Henry Allan has emerged as a major future hope for Australia, perhaps as early as this summer's Commonwealth Games. Allan: The name Allan is often considered to be of Celtic origin, specifically deriving from the Old Gaelic term "Ailín", meaning "little rock" or "harmony". Find related names, variants, and usage details on Namepedia.
