Holding steady.
Popularity of Alane since 1940
Babies named Alane per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 103 |
| 1950s | 502 |
| 1960s | 652 |
| 1970s | 185 |
| 1980s | 134 |
| 1990s | 46 |
| 2000s | 32 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 10 |
Meaning & origin
Alane is a rare feminine name of Breton and French origin, likely a variant of Alana or Alaine. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1940 and reached its peak popularity in 1964, though it never entered the top 1000. The name has remained consistently rare, with a stable trajectory over the decades. Its soft, melodic sound and French flair give it a timeless appeal, but it remains an uncommon choice.
Alane is likely a variant of Alana, which itself derives from the Breton name Alawn, meaning 'harmony' or 'little rock'. It may also be related to the French name Alaine, a feminine form of Alain. The name saw modest use in the United States beginning in the mid-20th century, with a peak in the 1960s.
“Alane” around the world
Where Alane lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lane, Lana, Allie
Sibling names for Alane
Names that share Alane's style, for a brother or sister.
