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Allen

A-luhn

Allen (name) means an English and Scottish surname and male given name derived from Alan, also the name of numerous towns in the United States. Example: “Allen moved to Texas after college.”

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An English and Scottish surname and male given name derived from Alan, also the name of numerous towns in the United States.
"Allen moved to Texas after college."

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “Allen” mean?

The word “Allen” means an English and Scottish surname and male given name derived from Alan, also the name of numerous towns in the United States.

How do you pronounce “Allen”?

“Allen” is pronounced A-luhn (/ˈæ.lən/ in IPA).

How do you use “Allen” in a sentence?

Here is “Allen” used in a sentence: “Allen moved to Texas after college.”

What part of speech is “Allen”?

“Allen” is a name.

Is “Allen” a common word?

“Allen” is a fairly common word in modern English.

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