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Name Origin

Alain is a masculine given name of French origin. It is a variant of Alain, derived from the Germanic element 'adal' meaning 'noble' and 'win' meaning 'friend'. Therefore, Alain traditionally means 'noble friend' or 'handsome friend'.

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Famous People

Alain Prost (1955-)

Formula One driver

  • Four-time Formula One World Champion
  • Considered one of the greatest Formula One drivers of all time

Alain Delon (1935-)

Actor

  • Iconic French actor
  • Starred in numerous acclaimed films
  • Recipient of multiple César Awards

Alain Robbe-Grillet (1922-2008)

Novelist, screenwriter, and filmmaker

  • Prominent figure in the Nouveau Roman movement
  • Won the Prix Renaudot for his novel 'Les Gommes'

Similar Names

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Sibling Names

Camille

Both Alain and Camille are classic French names with a sophisticated and elegant feel.

Sophie

Similar to Alain, Sophie is a timeless French name that evokes a sense of charm and grace.

Lucas

Both Alain and Lucas are strong yet approachable names with a European origin.