Allen
Pronunciation: AL-ən (key)
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Origin of the name Allen:
Variant of Alan, a Celtic name of uncertain etymology. Alan was brought to England by the Normans during the Conquest. The name was borne by Alan, earl of Brittany, a follower of William the Conqueror.
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Allen Ginsberg, American Beat poet ("Howl")
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