Alanna

irishGirl★★☆☆☆ Uncommon

Origin and Meaning

The name Alanna is a girl's name of irish origin meaning “bright, beautiful”.

The name Alanna comes from the Irish word 'a leanbh', which means 'child' or 'darling'. It's often interpreted as 'bright' or 'beautiful', qualities that many parents hope for in their daughters. Alanna has a charming, lyrical quality to it, making it both feminine and strong. While it shares similarities with names like Alana and Alanis, Alanna stands on its own with a distinct and endearing presence. Common nicknames are Lanna or Al.

At a Glance

Originirish
GenderGirl
Meaningbright, beautiful
Popularity★★☆☆☆ (4/10)
Syllables3
Starts withA
Stylesclassic, uncommon

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