Alleyne is an uncommon given name of English origin, derived from the Old French word 'aleyn', which means 'alone'. It is also associated with the surname Alleyne, which was originally an occupational name for a spinner or fuller of wool. The name Alleyne has been used infrequently over time but has not gained significant popularity as a given name.
The name Alleyne experienced varied popularity throughout the early 20th century, with peaks in births occurring between 1915 and 1927. The highest number of births recorded in a single year was 20 in 1915. After 1931, there were only two more years with five births each (1939 being the latest), indicating a decline in its popularity by the late 1920s and early 1930s. Overall, Alleyne was given to 145 newborns over these years.