Rock or oak tree
Ailan is a name with multiple potential roots, most commonly associated with the Gaelic word for 'little rock' or the Hebrew name Elon, meaning 'oak tree'. It is often chosen as a modern, phonetic variation of Alan or Elan, offering a softer and more unique sound. In some contexts, it is also viewed as a variant of the Turkish name Ayhan, meaning 'moon king'.
Less common today
Ailan isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,830 in 2023.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Syrian child whose image became a global symbol of the refugee crisis
