Alan

Alan as a name

“Alan” is a masculine given name that has English and Celtic origins. It is derived from the Gaelic name “Alainn,” meaning “handsome” or “fair.” The name became popular in the 20th century, particularly in the English-speaking world.

Famous people with the name Alan include Alan Turing, a mathematician and computer scientist known for his contributions to the field of artificial intelligence and code-breaking during World War II; Alan Rickman, a British actor best known for his roles in the Harry Potter series and Die Hard; and Alan Greenspan, a former chairman of the Federal Reserve in the United States.