Tolan
Pronunciation: [ t-OHL-uhn ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Tolan first appeared in US Social Security records in 1973.
Over 44 babies have been named Tolan in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Tolan is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #27,982 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #27,982
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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"a plain, a flat fertile area"
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Hebrew (symbolic) origin
"gentle, innocent one"
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Latin terra origin
"earthly"
#27,923 in US
Latin lavendula from lavare origin
"lavender plant, one who washes"
#27,894 in US
Latin origin
"horn (strength)"
#27,943 in US
Arabic origin
"rebellious one; powerful spirit"
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American/Basque origin
"son of Zavier; new house, bright"
#27,812 in US
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About the Name Tolan
Tolan is a boy name .
Tolan is currently ranked #27,982 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Tolan include Tol, Toy, and Tolie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis