Masculine dossier · first seen 1882
Alan
Stable
Cross-generational persistence
#191 boys’ name in 2025
Peak era
1955
Peak births
9,037
Current vitality
Healthy
Peak generation
Boomer
1882Peak 19552025
Quick answers about Alan
How many people are named Alan?
An estimated 275,942 living Americans are named Alan.
How rare is Alan?
Alan is moderately uncommon among babies today, with 1,915 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 78.8% from its 1955 peak. It was the #191 boys’ name in 2025.
How old is the typical Alan?
The median age of a living American named Alan is approximately 57 years, with most bearers falling between 28 and 69 years old.
Is Alan still popular?
Yes. Alan is holding steady, with 1,915 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.
Peak year
1955
Decline from peak
78.8%
2025
1,915
All-time
363,313