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AlleynChristian Male Biblical name meaning

Little Rock

Pronunciation: AL-ein

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Name
Alleyn
Meaning
Little Rock
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Greek, Latin, Hebrew
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
AL-ein
Lucky Number
7
7
Lucky Number
Sunday
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Alleyn mean?

Alleyn is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Little Rock". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: AL-ein. Lucky number: 7. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Greek

Greek is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Αλέιν

Αλέιν σημαίνει Ο Θεός είναι ο Θεός μου

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

AL-ein

IPA

/ˈæl.eɪn/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Alleyn is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is Little Rock. Category: Biblical.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

7

Lucky Day

Sunday

Lucky Colors

RedOrange

Lucky Stone

Carnelian

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Expressive, artistic, and sociable, Alleyns have a natural talent for communication and creativity.

Personality

Personality Traits

LoyalFaithfulBraveC = CourageousH = Humble

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A solid foundation in faith.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Alleyn has a rich history rooted in European culture, specifically in England. It is believed to have originated from the Norman-French surname 'Alain' or 'Alein', which also means 'rock' or 'handsome'. The name gained popularity among the Anglo-Saxon communities and eventually spread to the English-speaking world. Alleyn is also associated with Sir Edward Alleyn (1566-1627), an English actor and benefactor, who founded the famous Dulwich College and made it one of the greatest charitable foundations in England.
In Christianity, the name Alleyn can be seen as a representation of Christ as the foundation of our faith. It serves as a reminder that our faith should be strong and unwavering, like a solid rock. Additionally, in the Bible, there are several instances where 'rock' or 'foundation' is used as a metaphor for God, such as in Deuteronomy 32:4 and Isaiah 28:16. Therefore, Alleyn can also be interpreted as a reflection of the divine presence and strength in one's life.

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Alleyn BabingtonAlleyn LeCouerAlleyn Thomas

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Alleyn

Alleyn means God is my God or noble friend

🇮🇱Hebrew

אלין

אלין הוא שם שפירושו האל הוא אלי

🇬🇷Greek

Αλέιν

Αλέιν σημαίνει Ο Θεός είναι ο Θεός μου

🇮🇹Latin

Alleyn

Alleyn significat Deus est Deus meus

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