Nolan Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationNO-lan / /ˈnoʊ.lən/Irish; Gaelic
Meaning
Irish: noble; Gaelic: champion
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Nolan has roots in Irish and Gaelic cultures, where it is derived from the surname Ó Nualláin. It has been used as a given name since the 20th century. The name is associated with nobility and valor, reflecting the characteristics of a champion.
Trend Summary
Nolan has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Nolen
- Nollan
International Variants
- Noé (French)
- Nolán (Spanish)
Famous people named Nolan
Nolan Ryan is a former Major League Baseball pitcher known for his impressive strikeout record.
Nolan North is a voice actor recognized for his work in video games, particularly in the 'Uncharted' series.
Nolan Arenado is a professional baseball player known for his exceptional skills as a third baseman.
Fictional characters named Nolan
Nolan is a character in the video game series 'The Last of Us', known for his survival skills.
Nolan is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', often portrayed as a humorous side character.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nolan was first seen in the United States in 1881. Nolan has ranked as high as #105 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Illinois, Ohio, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Nolan has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nolan (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 439 | |
| TX | 420 | |
| FL | 261 | |
| NY | 256 | |
| PA | 233 | |
| OH | 221 | |
| NC | 183 | |
| GA | 181 | |
| IL | 164 | |
| VA | 159 | |
| TN | 130 | |
| MI | 124 | |
| MN | 124 | |
| MA | 120 | |
| WI | 114 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1881 | 5 |
| 1884 | 7 |
| 1886 | 5 |
| 1887 | 9 |
| 1889 | 5 |
| 1892 | 10 |
| 1893 | 9 |
| 1894 | 12 |
| 1895 | 8 |
| 1896 | 9 |
| 1897 | 12 |
| 1898 | 5 |
| 1899 | 10 |
| 1900 | 16 |
| 1901 | 11 |
| 1902 | 15 |
| 1903 | 10 |
| 1904 | 18 |
| 1905 | 17 |
| 1906 | 20 |
| 1907 | 23 |
| 1908 | 16 |
| 1909 | 28 |
| 1910 | 31 |
| 1911 | 32 |
| 1912 | 62 |
| 1913 | 90 |
| 1914 | 108 |
| 1915 | 118 |
| 1916 | 150 |
| 1917 | 149 |
| 1918 | 132 |
| 1919 | 149 |
| 1920 | 157 |
| 1921 | 191 |
| 1922 | 183 |
| 1923 | 177 |
| 1924 | 164 |
| 1925 | 161 |
| 1926 | 168 |
| 1927 | 174 |
| 1928 | 157 |
| 1929 | 142 |
| 1930 | 180 |
| 1931 | 156 |
| 1932 | 190 |
| 1933 | 167 |
| 1934 | 189 |
| 1935 | 188 |
| 1936 | 166 |
| 1937 | 183 |
| 1938 | 198 |
| 1939 | 205 |
| 1940 | 221 |
| 1941 | 176 |
| 1942 | 192 |
| 1943 | 207 |
| 1944 | 207 |
| 1945 | 174 |
| 1946 | 192 |
| 1947 | 198 |
| 1948 | 218 |
| 1949 | 219 |
| 1950 | 215 |
| 1951 | 189 |
| 1952 | 214 |
| 1953 | 190 |
| 1954 | 203 |
| 1955 | 199 |
| 1956 | 198 |
| 1957 | 185 |
| 1958 | 182 |
| 1959 | 185 |
| 1960 | 166 |
| 1961 | 165 |
| 1962 | 141 |
| 1963 | 154 |
| 1964 | 164 |
| 1965 | 112 |
| 1966 | 161 |
| 1967 | 126 |
| 1968 | 146 |
| 1969 | 158 |
| 1970 | 180 |
| 1971 | 199 |
| 1972 | 145 |
| 1973 | 175 |
| 1974 | 167 |
| 1975 | 201 |
| 1976 | 202 |
| 1977 | 218 |
| 1978 | 257 |
| 1979 | 262 |
| 1980 | 329 |
| 1981 | 395 |
| 1982 | 423 |
| 1983 | 449 |
| 1984 | 520 |
| 1985 | 478 |
| 1986 | 479 |
| 1987 | 480 |
| 1988 | 509 |
| 1989 | 617 |
| 1990 | 846 |
| 1991 | 1,054 |
| 1992 | 1,164 |
| 1993 | 1,143 |
| 1994 | 1,112 |
| 1995 | 1,066 |
| 1996 | 1,106 |
| 1997 | 1,311 |
| 1998 | 1,365 |
| 1999 | 1,623 |
| 2000 | 2,026 |
| 2001 | 2,093 |
| 2002 | 2,232 |
| 2003 | 2,217 |
| 2004 | 2,489 |
| 2005 | 2,718 |
| 2006 | 2,839 |
| 2007 | 3,171 |
| 2008 | 3,150 |
| 2009 | 3,437 |
| 2010 | 3,689 |
| 2011 | 4,168 |
| 2012 | 4,426 |
| 2013 | 4,745 |
| 2014 | 5,210 |
| 2015 | 5,739 |
| 2016 | 5,634 |
| 2017 | 5,399 |
| 2018 | 5,628 |
| 2019 | 5,400 |
| 2020 | 5,198 |
| 2021 | 5,352 |
| 2022 | 4,924 |
| 2023 | 5,123 |
| 2024 | 4,888 |