Dorlan
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Dorlan first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 40 babies have been named Dorlan in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Dorlan is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #20,573 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #20,573
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Dorlan
Dorlan is a boy name .
Dorlan is currently ranked #20,573 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Dorlan include Dor, Dorl, Dorly, Dorlie, Doy, Doie, and Dorkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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