Nolan is a masculine given name of Irish origin. It is derived from the Irish surname Ó Nualláin, which means "descendant of Nuallán". Nuallán is a Gaelic name that means "noble" or "famous". The name Nolan gained popularity as a first name in the United States in the 20th century, and has since become a common name for baby boys. Famous people with the name Nolan include American film director Christopher Nolan and Canadian ice hockey player Nolan Patrick.
Nola rank report (US ranking for newborns 2021)