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Name Origin

Alana is a feminine given name of Irish origin, meaning 'harmony', 'fairness', or 'beautiful'. It is derived from the Gaelic name Ailín, which has roots in the word for 'rock' or 'stone'.

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Famous People

Alana Haim (1991-)

Musician, Singer-Songwriter

  • Member of the Grammy-nominated band Haim
  • Known for her distinctive guitar playing and vocals

Alana Blanchard (1990-)

Professional Surfer, Model

  • Multiple-time World Surfing Games competitor
  • Featured in the documentary film 'Chasing Mavericks'