allen (Dutch)

Where does "allen" come from?

The Dutch word 'allen' is a direct descendant of the Middle Dutch term of the same spelling. It functions as the pronominal plural form of 'alle,' continuing the Germanic root for 'all' that has persisted in the language through centuries of development.

Full etymology tree

• allen (Dutch), 'personal plural of alle (“all”)'
  • inherited allen (Middle Dutch)

Updated June 2026

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