Nolan vs Andrew

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

Popularity Comparison

Nolan Rank #64
Andrew Rank #68

Nolan is more popular, ranked #64 vs #68 for Andrew.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nolan or Andrew more popular?

Nolan is more popular, ranked #64 compared to Andrew at #68 in the United States.

What do Nolan and Andrew mean?

Nolan means "descendant of Nuallán" (Irish Gaelic origin). Andrew means "manly, brave" (Greek origin).

Are Nolan and Andrew boy or girl names?

Nolan is primarily a boy name. Andrew is primarily a boy name.

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