where did the name jalen come from

The name Jalen is a modern American name created in the late 20th century. It was popularized by basketball player Jalen Rose in the 1990s. The name is a combination of the names of Jalen Rose's father, James, and his uncle, Leonard. The meanings linked to Jalen include "supplanter" (from James) and "lion strength" (from Leonard). It also has connections to the Greek name Galen, meaning "calm" or "tranquil." Jalen is a gender-neutral name, mainly used for boys but occasionally for girls, and it gained popularity particularly in African American communities before spreading more widely. It is a modern invented name without ancient traditional roots but has become well recognized in American culture.