Faelan Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationFAY-lan / /ˈfeɪ.lən/Irish; English
Meaning
little wolf (Irish); wolf (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Irish, Faelan is derived from 'faol', meaning wolf, and is often associated with nature and strength. The name has historical roots in Gaelic culture, where wolves were revered symbols. In English contexts, it is a variant of the name Faolan, which carries similar meanings.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Faolan
- Faylan
International Variants
- Félan (Irish)
- Faelan (Scottish)
Famous people named Faelan
Faelan McGowan — athlete.
Faelan O'Connor — author.
Fictional characters named Faelan
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Faelan was first seen in the United States in 2012. Faelan has ranked as high as #1384 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Faelan has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Faelan
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 8 |