Fallon
Fallon is a boy's name of Irish origin.
Meaning
Leader, ruler, or superior.
Origin and history
Fallon is a name of Irish origin derived from the Gaelic surname Ó Fallon, meaning leader or in charge. Historically used as a surname and given name in Ireland, it has gained usage as a given name for boys in the United States in recent decades.
Popularity in the United States
619 babies in the United States have been named Fallon since 1880. It ranks #4057 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1780.
States where it is most popular
- CA (64.7 %)
- PA (35.3 %)
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 | 5 |
| 1980-1990 | 20 |
| 1990-2000 | 33 |
| 2000-2010 | 124 |
| 2010-2019 | 290 |
| 2020-2029 | 147 |
Fun facts
- It originates from the Irish Gaelic name Fhallamhain, associated with leadership.
- Like many modern given names, Fallon transitioned into first-name usage from a traditional Irish family surname.