Jacques
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Alain
Boy · French · Medium name
- Meaning
- Little rock, harmony
- Pronunciation
- al-AN
- Origin
- French
- Popularity
- Rare in United States (2023)
Meaning varies between reference sources.
French form of Alan, from Breton 'alan' meaning little rock.
Popularity: Behind the Name, 2023
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Languages in use: French, Breton
Commonly used in: United States, France, United Kingdom
Alternate spellings
AlanEnglish
English form.
Cultural associations
People who share this name. These are context, not the origin of the name.
Alain Delon
1935–2024
French actor and one of Europe's most prominent film stars.
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Behind the Name, French Name Entries (2024). Last verified 2025-01-20.
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