Faolan
Faolan first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 2023, when 23 boys were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Faolan popular?
Rising Faolan has climbed over the past decade, given to more boys now than ten years ago.
| 2020s | 72 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 100 | |
| 2000s | 25 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Faolan mean?
From the Irish 'faol' ('wolf') and the diminutive suffix '-an', meaning 'little wolf'. Borne by several early Irish saints; anglicised as Phelan or Whelan.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Faolan mean?
Faolan means little wolf. From the Irish 'faol' ('wolf') and the diminutive suffix '-an', meaning 'little wolf'. Borne by several early Irish saints; anglicised as Phelan or Whelan.
What is the origin of the name Faolan?
Faolan is of irish origin.
How do you pronounce Faolan?
Faolan is pronounced “FWAY-lawn.”
Is Faolan a boy or a girl name?
Faolan is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Faolan a popular name right now?
Faolan has climbed over the past decade, given to more boys now than ten years ago.
How popular is the name Faolan?
In 2025, Faolan ranked #8466 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Faolan most popular?
Faolan was most popular in 2023, when about 23 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Faolan?
Names similar to Faolan include Ruairi, Phelan, Colm, Eoghan, Lorcan.
What names go well with Faolan?
irish names that pair well with Faolan include Ryan, Liam, Aiden, Sean, Aidan.