Nolan
boy name#65 in 2025Nolan entered the US charts in 1881, peaked at #57 in 2023, ranks #65 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1881–2025
#65
rank today
#57
peak (2023)
4,846
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #839 |
| 1890s | #745 |
| 1900s | #577 |
| 1910s | #491 |
| 1920s | #471 |
| 1930s | #417 |
| 1940s | #441 |
| 1950s | #520 |
| 1960s | #633 |
| 1970s | #580 |
| 1980s | #392 |
| 1990s | #251 |
| 2000s | #155 |
| 2010s | #79 |
| 2020s | #62 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Nolan has been most popular in CA, TX, PA.
Living bearers
About 128,000 people named Nolan are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nolan is a kid of about 11 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nolan in 2025?
- Nolan ranks #65 among US boy names in 2025, with 4,846 babies given the name.
- When was the name Nolan most popular?
- Nolan peaked in 2023, reaching #57 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nolan with classmates?
- Nolan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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