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By Madison Dresler · Jul 2026

Alun

OriginWelsh spelling of Alan; river in Wales
Meaning"handsome, cheerful"
GenderBoy
NB Rank#3392

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Variation of Alan

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  • Alun Cochrane

    Scottish,born stand,up comedian

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