Alain
The French form of Alan, whose origin and meaning are debated; possibly from the Gaelic Ailin or an Old Celtic element meaning "bright" or "noble".
Meaning and origin
Alain is the standard French version of Alan, a name found across Brittany and northern France with Celtic roots.
How to pronounce Alain
| French (Belgium) | ah-LAN /a.lɛ̃/ |
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