Deklan
Deklan is a boy's name of Irish origin.
Meaning
Full of goodness, or man of prayer.
Origin and history
Deklan is a modern spelling variant of the traditional Irish name Declan, derived from the Gaelic Deaglán. The name has gained popularity in the United States in recent decades alongside the trend for Irish-origin names ending in 'n'. It offers a contemporary, phonetic twist on a classic traditional name.
Popularity in the United States
2,484 babies in the United States have been named Deklan since 1880. It ranks #2597 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1316.
States where it is most popular
- PA (10.9 %)
- TX (9.2 %)
- CA (9 %)
- OH (6.8 %)
- WI (6.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 14 |
| 2000-2010 | 296 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,535 |
| 2020-2029 | 639 |
Nicknames
Dek, Dex
Fun facts
- Deklan is a modern phonetic adaptation of the classical Irish name Declan.
- The original name Deaglán was borne by a 5th-century saint who founded a monastery in Ardmore, Ireland.