US Popularity:18789
Origin:Irish
Other Origin(s):Celtic, Gaelic
Meaning:Wolf
Sporting strong Gaelic roots, the name Phelan is the perfect moniker for your brave little warrior. Typically masculine, it can be more common as a surname and gives off a mystical aura. Meaning “wolf,” it’s no doubt that it will keep baby strong and fierce as they journey through life. It is derived from the Old Irish Fáelán or fáel, which means “wolf,” and is a variant of the very popular Irish surnames Whelan or Ó Faoláin. Perfect for babies with Celtic heritage, the lovely name Phelan is sure to help baby stand out and remind them of their power.

Phelan Name Popularity Data

U.S. Births

Overall:Phelan is currently #18789 in U.S. births
Boy:Phelan is currently #6329 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#18789
in 2022
- 5239
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
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