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
Meaning & origin
Nolan comes from the Irish O Nuallain, linked to ideas of 'noble' and 'champion'.
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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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.