Nolan

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Originates from the Irish surname Nuallan. More common for boys, but recognized as a possible name for girls. Noted baseball pitcher Nolan Ryan has helped move the name up the popularity chart since the 1970s.

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Popularity: Boys: Ranked #88 in 2012; See More Popularity Rankings

Origin: Irish; Celtic

Gender: Male

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Variations: Nola +; Nolene +; Add a Variation

Alternative Spellings: Nolen +; Nolin +; Nollan +; Nollin +; Nolon +; Nolun +; Nolyn +; Add an Alternative

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Famous Nolans: Owen Nolan (Irish Canadian hockey player); Nolan Ryan (famous baseball player); Add a Famous Nolan

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