Nolen
boy name#2363 in 2025Nolen entered the US charts in 1892, peaked at #861 in 1892, ranks #2363 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1892–2025
#2363
rank today
#861
peak (1892)
58
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #861 |
| 1900s | #1317 |
| 1910s | #1465 |
| 1920s | #1402 |
| 1930s | #1525 |
| 1940s | #1650 |
| 1950s | #2094 |
| 1960s | #2931 |
| 1970s | #3977 |
| 1980s | #3529 |
| 1990s | #3461 |
| 2000s | #2046 |
| 2010s | #1787 |
| 2020s | #2240 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Nolen has been most popular in TX, TN, NC.
Living bearers
About 2,600 people named Nolen are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nolen alive today was born around 2004, making them about 21 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nolen in 2025?
- Nolen ranks #2363 among US boy names in 2025, with 58 babies given the name.
- When was the name Nolen most popular?
- Nolen peaked in 1892, reaching #861 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nolen with classmates?
- Nolen will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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