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August vs Nolan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Nolan

Boy #64 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"descendant of Nuallán"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#64
Total SSA Count
4,888
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

August Rank #88
Nolan Rank #64

Nolan is more popular, ranked #64 vs #88 for August.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is August or Nolan more popular?

Nolan is more popular, ranked #64 compared to August at #88 in the United States.

What do August and Nolan mean?

August means "great, magnificent" (Latin (augustus) origin). Nolan means "descendant of Nuallán" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are August and Nolan boy or girl names?

August is primarily a boy name. Nolan is primarily a boy name.

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