Phelan Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Phelan is listed in our database as a boy name of Irish origin. Its recorded meaning is “Variant of Faolan: Small wolf”.

Phelan Name at a Glance

Name Phelan
Meaning Variant of Faolan: Small wolf.
Origin Irish
Gender Boy

What Does the Name Phelan Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Phelan means “Variant of Faolan: Small wolf”. 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.

Phelan Name Origin

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

Is Phelan a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Phelan

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