From Japanese 亜 (
a) meaning "second, Asia", 阿 (
a) meaning "corner, nook", 愛 (
a) meaning "love, affection" combined with 漣 (
ren) meaning "flowing continuously, ripple", 廉 (
ren) meaning "inexpensive, honest, clean", 恋 (
ren) meaning "romantic love", 怜 (ren) meaning "wise". Other kanji combinations are possible.
A famous bearer is Aren Kuri, a Japanese professional baseball player (born 1991-).
Usage of this name is most likely influenced by the name
Alan.