Dolan Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDOH-lan / /ˈdoʊ.lən/Irish; Gaelic
Meaning
Irish: dark; Gaelic: little dark one
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Dolan has Irish origins, often associated with the Gaelic surname Ó Dubhshláine, meaning 'descendant of Dubhshláine'. It has been used as both a surname and a given name. The name is prevalent in Ireland and among Irish communities worldwide.
Trend Summary
Dolan has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States over recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Dolan
- Dolanus
International Variants
- Dólan (Irish)
Famous people named Dolan
Dolan O'Leary was an Irish-American politician known for his contributions to local governance.
Dolan O'Connor is a notable Irish author recognized for his works on Irish folklore.
Dolan McCarthy is a contemporary Irish musician celebrated for his traditional music.
Dolan McGowan is a prominent Irish artist known for his landscape paintings.
Fictional characters named Dolan
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dolan was first seen in the United States in 1914. Dolan has ranked as high as #1196 nationally, which occurred in 1996, and has been most popular in California, North Carolina, Florida, Indiana, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Dolan has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dolan (2009)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1914 | 8 |
| 1915 | 5 |
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1917 | 8 |
| 1918 | 12 |
| 1919 | 9 |
| 1920 | 13 |
| 1921 | 16 |
| 1922 | 11 |
| 1923 | 9 |
| 1924 | 16 |
| 1925 | 6 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1927 | 16 |
| 1928 | 10 |
| 1929 | 14 |
| 1930 | 17 |
| 1931 | 11 |
| 1932 | 15 |
| 1933 | 13 |
| 1934 | 21 |
| 1935 | 17 |
| 1936 | 15 |
| 1937 | 18 |
| 1938 | 16 |
| 1939 | 12 |
| 1940 | 11 |
| 1941 | 15 |
| 1942 | 9 |
| 1943 | 12 |
| 1944 | 8 |
| 1945 | 9 |
| 1946 | 18 |
| 1947 | 18 |
| 1948 | 17 |
| 1949 | 18 |
| 1950 | 9 |
| 1951 | 7 |
| 1952 | 14 |
| 1953 | 16 |
| 1954 | 16 |
| 1955 | 16 |
| 1956 | 17 |
| 1957 | 7 |
| 1958 | 12 |
| 1959 | 12 |
| 1960 | 17 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1962 | 17 |
| 1963 | 19 |
| 1964 | 8 |
| 1965 | 11 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1967 | 12 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1969 | 11 |
| 1970 | 26 |
| 1971 | 16 |
| 1972 | 13 |
| 1973 | 10 |
| 1974 | 13 |
| 1975 | 14 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 9 |
| 1978 | 19 |
| 1979 | 12 |
| 1980 | 11 |
| 1981 | 12 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 11 |
| 1984 | 11 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 15 |
| 1989 | 15 |
| 1990 | 10 |
| 1991 | 27 |
| 1992 | 18 |
| 1993 | 31 |
| 1994 | 33 |
| 1995 | 27 |
| 1996 | 36 |
| 1997 | 27 |
| 1998 | 29 |
| 1999 | 30 |
| 2000 | 23 |
| 2001 | 29 |
| 2002 | 20 |
| 2003 | 28 |
| 2004 | 27 |
| 2005 | 32 |
| 2006 | 29 |
| 2007 | 35 |
| 2008 | 25 |
| 2009 | 22 |
| 2010 | 25 |
| 2011 | 20 |
| 2012 | 26 |
| 2013 | 22 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2016 | 27 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 14 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 12 |
| 2023 | 14 |