Masculine dossier · first seen 1942
Alain
Stable
Cross-generational persistence
Peak era
1988
Peak births
92
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Millennial
1942Peak 19882025
Quick answers about Alain
How many people are named Alain?
An estimated 3,758 living Americans are named Alain.
How rare is Alain?
Alain is very rare among babies today, with 44 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 52.2% from its 1988 peak.
How old is the typical Alain?
The median age of a living American named Alain is approximately 33 years, with most bearers falling between 18 and 45 years old.
Is Alain still popular?
Yes. Alain is holding steady, with 44 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.
Peak year
1988
Decline from peak
52.2%
2025
44
All-time
3,980