Alcuin of York, born around 735 AD, was an Anglo-Saxon scholar and monk who played a significant role in the Carolingian Renaissance. He is renowned for his contributions to education, literature, and politics during the reign of Charlemagne. Initially educated at the school founded by Bede in Jarrow, Alcuin later became the headmaster of York's cathedral school. In 781, he joined Charlemagne's court as a teacher and advisor, where he remained for nearly two decades. Known for his extensive correspondence with notable figures of the time, Alcuin's works include commentaries on the Bible, treatises on grammar and theology, and poetic compositions. His most famous work is likely the "Disputatio de Libris Regnorum," a dialogue on the Books of Kings. Alcuin's influence extended beyond his lifetime, as he helped shape the intellectual climate of early medieval Europe through his writings and teachings.
"The name Alcuin experienced fluctuations in popularity throughout the period from 1917 to 1938, with peaks of eight births each in 1924 and again in both 1930 and 1938, and a total of forty-eight children named Alcuin born during this time."