Find out how popular the first name Alleen has been for the last 17 years (from 1976 to 1992) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Alleen by gender

Based on the last 17 years of data, Alleen is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1992, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Alleen.

The history of the first name Alleen

The name Alleen has its origins in the Dutch language, derived from the word "alleen" which means "alone" or "solitary." This name emerged in the Netherlands during the late Middle Ages, around the 15th or 16th century.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Alleen can be found in the Dutch municipal records from the city of Amsterdam in the late 16th century. It was not an uncommon name among Dutch families during this period, although its popularity was relatively limited compared to more traditional Dutch names.

In terms of historical references, the name Alleen does not appear to have any significant mentions in ancient texts, religious scriptures, or major historical records. Its usage was primarily confined to the Netherlands and possibly some neighboring regions with Dutch cultural influence.

One of the earliest notable individuals with the name Alleen was Alleen van Buuren, a Dutch painter who lived from 1599 to 1649. She was known for her still-life paintings and was a member of the renowned Haarlem School of Dutch Golden Age painting.

Another historical figure with the name Alleen was Alleen de Vries, a Dutch naval officer who served in the Dutch East Indies during the 17th century. He played a role in the Dutch colonial expansion in the region and was involved in several naval battles against the Portuguese and English forces.

In the 18th century, Alleen Bruggink was a Dutch botanist and naturalist who made significant contributions to the study of flora in the Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia). She collected and cataloged numerous plant specimens, some of which were named after her.

Moving to the 19th century, Alleen van Meerten was a Dutch author and poet who lived from 1822 to 1897. She wrote several acclaimed works of poetry and prose, exploring themes of nature, love, and the human experience.

Finally, in the early 20th century, Alleen de Groot was a Dutch artist and sculptor known for her innovative use of materials and her abstract sculptures. She lived from 1909 to 1985 and was a prominent figure in the Dutch artistic community during her lifetime.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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