Nolan name meaning
105k
in the U.S.
since 1880
46k
in the U.S.
in 2010
Meaning and Origin
What does the name Nolan mean? Keep reading to find the user submitted meanings, dictionary definitions, and more.
User Submitted Origins
User Submitted Meanings
- According to a user from Michigan, U.S., the name Nolan is of Irish origin and means "Noble champion".
- 5 people from all over the world agree the name Nolan is of Irish origin and means "Champion".
- A submission from Jamaica says the name Nolan means "Chariot fighter, champion" and is of Gaelic origin.
- According to 2 people from the United States and Canada, the name Nolan is of English origin and means "Every thing to me".
- A user from Virginia, U.S. says the name Nolan is of Irish origin and means "Noble one".
- According to a user from the United Kingdom, the name Nolan is of Irish origin and means "epic".
- According to a user from Washington, U.S., the name Nolan is of American origin and means "Motorcycle helmet".
Anglicized from Irish Gaelic Ó Nualláin "descendant of Nuallán", diminutive of nuall (“chariot-fighter, champion”).
- A surname.
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
Nolan was also found in the following language(s): Cebuano
Notable Persons Named Nolan
Notable Persons Named Nolan
Nolan North is an actor and voice actor. He was most prominent from 1997 to present. Nolan was given the name Nolan Ramsey North on October 31st, 1970 in New Haven, Connecticut, U.S.
Nolan Gould is an actor. Nolan was born on October 28th, 1998 in New York City.
Nolan Ryan is a baseball player. Nolan was born on January 31st, 1947 in Refugio, Texas.
Nolan Bushnell is a scientist in the fields of electrical engineering and entrepreneurship. Nolan was given the name Nolan Kay Bushnell on February 5th, 1943 in Clearfield, Utah.
Nolan Patrick is a hockey player for the Brandon Wheat Kings in the Western Hockey League. Nolan was born on September 19th, 1998 in Winnipeg.
Nolan Gerard Funk is an actor and singer. He has been prominent since 2001. Nolan was born on July 28th, 1986 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
Notable Persons With the Last Name Nolan
Notable Persons With the Last Name Nolan
Christopher Nolan is a filmmaking and filmmaker. His most notable accomplishments were from 1989 to present. Christopher was given the name Christopher Edward Nolan on July 30th, 1970 in London.
Jonathan Nolan is a writer. His ongoing career started in 1998. Jonathan was born in London, England, United Kingdom.
Katie Nolan is a presenter, internet celebrity, television host, and internet personality. Katie was given the name Katherine Beth Nolan on January 28th, 1987 in Boston.
Kevin Nolan is a soccer player for the Leyton Orient F.C., Bolton Wanderers F.C. Reserves, Academy, Bolton Wanderers F.C., Newcastle United F.C., West Ham United F.C., and England national under-21 football team. Kevin was born on June 24th, 1982 in Liverpool, England.
John Nolan is an actor. His most notable accomplishments were from 1968 to 1968. John was born John Nolan on May 22nd, 1938 in London.
Coleen Nolan is a singer, author, and television presenter. She was most prominent from 1974 to present. Coleen was given the name Coleen Patricia Nolan on March 12th, 1965 in Blackpool.
- Jeanette NolanActress
- Lloyd Nolan
- Kathleen NolanActress
- George BrentActor
- John NolanMusician
- Sir Sidney Nolan
- Rick NolanOffice Holder
- Mike NolanAmerican Football Player
- Owen NolanHockey Player
- David NolanWriter
- Ted NolanHockey Player
- Louis NolanMilitary Person
- Stephen NolanRadio
- Jordan Rose NolanHockey Player
Common last names for Nolan
Ethnicity Distribution
Ethnicity | Nolan | U.S. | |
---|---|---|---|
█ | White | 86.85% | 64.26% |
█ | African American | 7.44% | 11.96% |
█ | Asian, Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander | 0.58% | 4.85% |
█ | American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.56% | 0.69% |
█ | Two or More Ethnicities | 1.66% | 1.76% |
█ | Hispanic or Latino | 2.91% | 16.26% |
Of Last Name Nolan
People with the last name Nolan are most frequently White
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Fun Facts about the name Nolan
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