Nolan
Irish boy's name meaning “champion; noble”
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- Irish
- Meaning
- champion; noble
- Syllables
- 2
- Letters
- 5
- US rank (2023)
- #57
- Born in 2023
- 5,123
- Peak year
- 2023 (#57)
Meaning & origin
Nolan comes from the Irish O Nuallain, linked to ideas of 'noble' and 'champion'.
Is Nolan an Irish name?
Yes — Nolan is an Irish name meaning "champion; noble". Nolan comes from the Irish O Nuallain, linked to ideas of 'noble' and 'champion'. You may also see it described as Gaelic or Celtic, which refer to the same root.
Popularity
In the latest US data, Nolan ranked #57 for boys. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
In 2023, 5,123 US boys were given the name Nolan.
US popularity rank over time
Peaked at #57 in 2023
“Unranked” means Nolan was outside the US top 1,000 that year.
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How to spell Nolan
Nolan is spelled N-O-L-A-N — 5 letters and 2 syllables.
Nolan: frequently asked questions
What does the name Nolan mean?
Nolan is a Irish name meaning "champion; noble". Nolan comes from the Irish O Nuallain, linked to ideas of 'noble' and 'champion'.
Where does the name Nolan come from?
Nolan is of Irish origin. Nolan comes from the Irish O Nuallain, linked to ideas of 'noble' and 'champion'.
Is Nolan a boy or a girl name?
Nolan is most commonly a boy's name.
How many babies are named Nolan?
In 2023, 5,123 US boys were given the name Nolan.
Is Nolan a popular name, and is it rising or falling?
In the latest US data, Nolan ranked #57 for boys. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
How do you spell Nolan?
Nolan is spelled N-O-L-A-N — 5 letters.
How common is the name Nolan?
In 2023, 5,123 US boys were given the name Nolan. In the latest US data, Nolan ranked #57 for boys. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
Is Nolan an Irish name?
Yes — Nolan is an Irish name meaning "champion; noble". Nolan comes from the Irish O Nuallain, linked to ideas of 'noble' and 'champion'. You may also see it described as Gaelic or Celtic, which refer to the same root.
What does Nolan mean in Irish?
In Irish, Nolan means "champion; noble". Nolan comes from the Irish O Nuallain, linked to ideas of 'noble' and 'champion'.
Is Nolan a Gaelic name?
Nolan is usually classified as Irish, and Gaelic belongs to that same tradition — so yes, it is commonly described as Gaelic too. It means "champion; noble".