Alanna: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced uh-LAN-uh · 3 syllables
Alanna means “oak tree”, from Celtic.
A feminine form of Alan; variant spelling of Alana. Compare also Alannah.
- Meaning
- oak tree
- Origin
- Celtic
- Pronunciation
- uh-LAN-uh
- US rank (2025)
- #280
- US babies a year
- about 791 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2020
How popular is Alanna?
Alanna was the #280 name in the US in 2025, given to 1,099 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 2020.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #280 |
| England & Wales | #700 |
| Scotland | #429 |
| Northern Ireland | #192 |
| Ireland | #298 |
| Canada | #850 |
How old are people named Alanna?
Half of US adults named Alanna are older than 31; most are between 19 and 57. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Names like Alanna
Chosen by the same families or with a similar style and era.
Questions about Alanna
What does the name Alanna mean?
Alanna means “oak tree”. It comes from Celtic.
How do you pronounce Alanna?
Alanna is pronounced uh-LAN-uh.
How popular is the name Alanna?
Alanna was the #280 name in the US in 2025, given to 1,099 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 2020.
How old are people named Alanna?
Half of US adults named Alanna are older than 31. Most are between 19 and 57.