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Alain

OriginFrench, variation of Alan
Meaning"handsome, cheerful"
GenderBoy & girl
US rank · boys#2836

2025 SSA

US rank · girlsUnranked

Below 5 births

About Alain

Alain gives the midcentury Alan a bit of gallic dash.

Alain is also given to girls.

Pronounced ah-LAN.

As of October 2026, Alain ranked #2836 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #998 in 1985.

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