Nolan
Nolan is a boy name that ranked #64 in the US in 2024. SSA records show it has appeared in official baby name data since 1881. Its best recorded rank was #57 in 2023.
Latest rank
#64
Peak rank
#57
Reached in 2023
Total recorded usage
110,684
Available where official count data exists
First recorded year
1881
What To Know About Nolan
Nolan feels polished and modern without being difficult to spell. It is often chosen by parents who like surname-style names but want something softer than harsher one-syllable options.
Nolan sits inside the US top 100 in 2024, so it is widely familiar without being as saturated as the very top handful of names.
SSA data shows Nolan appearing in official records as far back as 1881, which gives parents a concrete sense of how long the name has been in use.
Its strongest recorded US position was #57 in 2023, which helps frame whether today's ranking reflects a long plateau, a comeback, or a step down from an earlier peak.
Popularity Trend
Hover or tap a point for details. If a year is missing, the name was outside the published top list for that period.
Editorial Extras
Common nicknames: Nole
Sibling style ideas: Liam, Owen, Clara, Violet
Well-known namesakes: Nolan Ryan, baseball player
Page Notes
Pronunciation: NOH-len
Origin: Irish
Editorial status: published
Confidence: medium
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Sources
- US Social Security Administration baby names · https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/Popularity rankings, usage history, and trend data are derived from SSA datasets.
- Behind the Name · https://www.behindthename.com/Used to review origin guidance.