Alun

Alun is a masculine first name that is considered a Welsh variant of the name Alan. This name has its roots in Celtic and Breton.

What does the name Alun mean?

Alun, as the Welsh form of Alan, is directly translated as "the little rock." This meaning may derive from the diminutive of the Celtic term 'al,' which means 'the rock.' Additionally, there is a reference to the Iranian steppe people of the Alans, who once lived in Eastern Europe and were later defeated by the Mongols. Therefore, Alun could also be interpreted as "the man from the people of the Alans." In the Irish language, the name is often associated with "the handsome" or "the noble." Another derivation could come from the Celtic word 'alun,' which means "harmony" or "concord." The name is also found in the Mabinogion, a collection of Welsh myths. In pronunciation, Alun is rendered as Alin or Alün. Variants of the name include Alain (French), Alen (Croatian and Slovenian), Alano, Alanus, Allan (Danish, English, Estonian, and Swedish), Allen (English), and Ailean (Gaelic and Scottish). The feminine form is usually Alana.

Where does the name Alun come from?

The name Alun has Celtic origins and means "the little rock."

How do you pronounce Alun?

The pronunciation of Alun is two syllables and straightforward. In German, the name is usually pronounced as "A-lun" [ˈa.lʊn]. It begins with an open A sound and ends in a short, quiet syllable. The simple structure conveys a clear and understated sound profile without noticeable peaks. Overall, Alun radiates calmness, groundedness, and serenity – simple, stable, and with a subtle, reliable presence.

When is the name day of Alun?

The name day for Alun is celebrated on September 8.

Popularity

In Germany, Alun is a rather rare first name. It has not achieved any notable ranking in German name popularity lists. In Austria, it reached its highest position in 2008 at rank 1,142 in the name charts. In the last ten years, Alun has been given as a first name fewer than 10 times there, placing it at 4,431 in the ten-year statistics. From 1984 to 2024, it ranks 5,153 in Austria.

Nicknames & pet names

Alu

Similar first names

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