Allen Leath

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Allen Leath — little rock
261K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Allen Leath is a name that combines Celtic origins. The first name Allen is a masculine given name of Celtic origin. From a Celtic personal name, possibly meaning "little rock" or "harmony." Common in Ireland and Scotland. The surname Leath: Marvin Leath (1931–2000), American politician from Texas Raynella Leath (1948–2026), former life prisoner in America Steven Leath (born 1957), American academic administrator Vaughn De Leath (1894–1943), American singer with stage name adapted from her surname Vonderlieth Leath Correctional Institution, South Carolina Porter-Leath, non-profit organisation in Memphis, Tennessee Porter-Leath House, historic house in Memphis Leath Cuinn and Leath Moga, legendary divisions of Ireland Allen is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 261K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Allen reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Allen

Meaning: little rock

Celtic

From a Celtic personal name, possibly meaning "little rock" or "harmony." Common in Ireland and Scotland.

Surname: Leath

English

Marvin Leath (1931–2000), American politician from Texas Raynella Leath (1948–2026), former life prisoner in America Steven Leath (born 1957), American academic administrator Vaughn De Leath (1894–1943), American singer with stage name adapted from her surname Vonderlieth Leath Correctional Institution, South Carolina Porter-Leath, non-profit organisation in Memphis, Tennessee Porter-Leath House, historic house in Memphis Leath Cuinn and Leath Moga, legendary divisions of Ireland

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Allen is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 44%
United Kingdom 28%
Australia 10%
Ireland 8%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Allen by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Allen Leath

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Allen Leath:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Allen?
The first name Allen originates from Celtic. From a Celtic personal name, possibly meaning "little rock" or "harmony." Common in Ireland and Scotland.
When was Allen most popular?
The name Allen reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Leath?
The surname Leath originates from English. Marvin Leath (1931–2000), American politician from Texas Raynella Leath (1948–2026), former life prisoner in America Steven Leath (born 1957), American academic administrator Vaughn De Leath (1894–1943), American singer with stage name adapted from her surname Vonderlieth Leath Correctional Institution, South Carolina Porter-Leath, non-profit organisation in Memphis, Tennessee Porter-Leath House, historic house in Memphis Leath Cuinn and Leath Moga, legendary divisions of Ireland
What are the origins of the name Allen Leath?
The name Allen Leath combines two different traditions: the first name Allen has Celtic roots, while the surname Leath originates from English.
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