Alan
Etymology is disputed. Possibly from Brythonic language elements with a meaning relating to stone, or from the Alans, a historical population that entered Europe.
Meaning and origin
The roots of Alan remain uncertain despite centuries of scholarly debate.
How to pronounce Alan
| English (US) | AL-un /ˈælən/ |
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