Allen

Male

Meaning

Celtic for handsome/beautiful

Origin

British

Pronunciation

/ˈælən/

Traits associated with the name Allen:

Dogs named Allen tend to be loving, affectionate, and resilient. This name is also associated with companionship, intelligence, and beauty.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Allen?

Naming your dog Allen suggests that you have a fondness for traditional names and may have a strong sense of nostalgia. It could also suggest that you have a strong sense of loyalty and are looking for a companion that will be a faithful friend.

Is Allen a good dog name?

Allen has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Allen isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

2,036
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1,832
New York City Dog Name Database
3,046
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Allen is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Allen was, in the past month, the 5591st most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of May 2024, Allen is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Allen was viewed 0 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Allen's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Allen is most adored in Indiana, Tennessee and Washington.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Missouri, Ohio and Oregon.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Allen.

Most popular breeds named Allen:

  1. Chow Chow
  2. Labrador Retriever
  3. Chihuahua

Famous dogs named Allen:

  • television icon A pug named Allen featured in the television show The King of Queens.

Allen is found in these categories:

beautiful dog names
beautiful

Elegance exudes from its linguistic roots in Old German, meaning "noble".

british dog names
british

Common surname and first name, linked to notable British figures.

Dog names like Allen:

Counselor
Genuine, bold or brave
Burdened
Hill
Refers to the famous scientist, albert einstein
Noble Friend
Allen dog name meaning

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