Dolan
Dolan is a boy's name of Irish origin.
Meaning
Dark-haired, dark-complexioned, or defiant.
Origin and history
Dolan is a masculine given name of Irish origin, traditionally derived from a surname meaning 'dark' or 'defiant'. Though historically more common as a family name, it has seen steady, infrequent use as a given name in the United States. Its usage fits alongside other traditional Irish surname-names like Nolan or Declan.
Popularity in the United States
1,701 babies in the United States have been named Dolan since 1880. It ranks #3081 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1886.
States where it is most popular
- CA (40 %)
- NC (35 %)
- FL (8.3 %)
- IN (8.3 %)
- TX (8.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 49 |
| 1920-1930 | 118 |
| 1930-1940 | 155 |
| 1940-1950 | 135 |
| 1950-1960 | 126 |
| 1960-1970 | 114 |
| 1970-1980 | 137 |
| 1980-1990 | 106 |
| 1990-2000 | 268 |
| 2000-2010 | 270 |
| 2010-2019 | 182 |
| 2020-2029 | 41 |
Fun facts
- The name stems from the Gaelic surname Ó Dubhláin, which derives from the root word 'dubh', meaning dark.
- Dolan belongs to the popular Irish tradition of adopting established family surnames as given names.