Nolan Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Nolan Name at a Glance

Name	Nolan
Meaning	Famous.
Origin	Gaelic
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Nolan Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Nolan means “Famous”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Nolan Name Origin

Our database records Nolan under Gaelic origin. Browse more Gaelic baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Nolan a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Nolan is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Nolan

When considering Nolan for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.