| Meaning | beautiful, precious |
| Origin | Gaelic, Irish, Scottish |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Popular |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Syllabification | A-la-na |
About Alana
Alana flows like poetry, embodying both strength and femininity in perfect harmony. The name possesses an ethereal quality that feels almost magical, yet remains grounded and accessible. There's something inherently peaceful about Alana, suggesting serenity and inner calm. This name suits a thoughtful, introspective individual who possesses quiet confidence and natural leadership abilities. Alana has multicultural resonance, making it feel at home in diverse settings and communities. The soft sounds combined with its substantial presence create a name that's memorable without demanding attention. For parents seeking a name that's beautiful, meaningful, and substantial, Alana delivers on all fronts with effortless elegance.
Nicknames for Alana
| Al |
| Lana |
| Ali |
| Annie |
Famous People Named Alana
| Alana Blanchard | American professional surfer |
| Alana de la Garza | American actress |
| Alana Haim | Member of the band HAIM |
| Alana Stewart | American actress and model |
| Alana Thompson | Honey Boo Boo - American reality TV star |
| Alana Zimmer | Canadian fashion model |
| Alana Austin | American actress |
| Alana Ladd | American actress and producer |
| Alana Beard | American basketball player |
| Alana Dante | Belgian singer |
| Alana Boden | English actress |
| Alana Evans | American pornographic actress |
| Alana Cruise | American pornographic actress |
| Alana de Freitas | British actress |
| Alana Curry | American actress |
| Alana Haines | New Zealand ballet dancer |
Characters Named Alana
| Alana Bloom | Character in the TV series "Hannibal" |
| Alana Rivera | Character in the TV series "Scrubs" |
| Alana "Starbuck" Thrace | Character in the TV series "Battlestar Galactica" |
| Alana Kane | Character in the video game "Command & Conquer" |
| Alana Beck | Character in the musical "Dear Evan Hansen" |
| Alana Reyes | Character in the TV series "Without a Trace" |
| Alana Resnik | Character in the TV series "Law & Order - Special Victims Unit" |
| Alana Kwitney | Character in the TV series "Daredevil" |
| Alana Cahill | Character in the book series "The 39 Clues" |
| Alana Johnson | Character in the TV series "The Shield" |
| Alana Alcott | Character in the book series "The Selection" |
| Alana Deppe | Character in the TV series "Dexter" |
| Alana Maxwell | Character in the book series "Shadowspell Academy" |
| Alana Hernandez | Character in the TV series "Chicago P.D" |
| Alana Mosesson | Character in the TV series "The Killing" |
| Alana Kerr | Character in the TV series "Bones" |
| Alana Patel | Character in the TV series "iZombie" |