Alon: meaning of the Hebrew name
אַלּוֹן
Pronounced ah-LON
- Boy
- Hebrew
- #50 in Israel, 2024
Meaning of Alon
Alon is the oak, a sturdy and long-lived tree that symbolizes strength, stability and deep roots. A classic Israeli name drawn from nature.
Alon in Hebrew
Alon is written אלון in Hebrew (with vowel points: אַלּוֹן). Hebrew is read from right to left.
- אAlef
- לLamed
- וVav
- נNun
Gematria value: 87 (Alef 1 + Lamed 30 + Vav 6 + Nun 50)
About the name
- GenderBoy
- OriginHebrew
- Meaningoak tree
- Pronunciationah-LON
- Hebrewאלון
- Syllables2
Popularity in Israel
In 2024, Alon ranked #50 among boys' names given to Jewish newborns in Israel (338 babies). Its highest rank in 2014-2024 was #20, in 2014.
All years 2014-2024
| Year | Rank | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 50 | 338 |
| 2023 | 56 | 305 |
| 2022 | 48 | 375 |
| 2021 | 47 | 439 |
| 2020 | 47 | 391 |
| 2019 | 35 | 517 |
| 2018 | 34 | 546 |
| 2017 | 32 | 567 |
| 2016 | 30 | 592 |
| 2015 | 30 | 605 |
| 2014 | 20 | 696 |
Source: Israel Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS), first names given to Jewish newborns, 2014-2024. Ranks cover the 150 most common names per year.
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Questions about Alon
What does the name Alon mean?
Alon is the oak, a sturdy and long-lived tree that symbolizes strength, stability and deep roots. A classic Israeli name drawn from nature.
How do you pronounce Alon?
Alon is pronounced ah-LON in modern Israeli Hebrew. The syllable in capital letters is stressed.
How do you write Alon in Hebrew?
Alon is written אלון in Hebrew (with vowel points: אַלּוֹן).
How popular is the name Alon in Israel?
In 2024, Alon ranked #50 among boys' names given to Jewish newborns in Israel (338 babies). Its highest rank in 2014-2024 was #20, in 2014. Source: Israel Central Bureau of Statistics.
What is the gematria of Alon?
In gematria, the Hebrew spelling אלון adds up to 87 (Alef 1 + Lamed 30 + Vav 6 + Nun 50).
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