MallowbyNames

Falan

FAY-lan · Of uncertain origin; possibly a modern invented name or a variant of Fallon or Fala.

Peak popularity
1982
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Falan since 1981

Babies named Falan per year in U.S. Social Security records.

917261990200020102020Most births 1982Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1980s98
1990s27
2000s12
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Falan is a rare modern name first recorded in the United States in 1981. Its peak year of usage was 1982, after which it has remained at very low frequency. The name's origin is unclear; it may be a creative spelling or a borrowing of the Irish surname Fallon. Despite its rarity, Falan has shown a stable, if minimal, presence, appearing consistently but never reaching widespread popularity. With no top states or strong regional pattern, Falan remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking an uncommon name.

Falan first appeared in the United States in the 1980s. It may be a modern coinage, perhaps influenced by the Irish surname Fallon or the Scottish name Fala, or created from combining fashionable sounds. Its meaning is not established in any traditional naming source.

Sibling names for Falan

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Falan mean?
The meaning of Falan is uncertain. It may be a modern invented name or a variant of Fallon or Fala.
How popular is Falan?
Falan has never ranked in the top 1,000 names for U.S. births. It was first recorded in 1981, and its peak usage was in 1982, though data are limited.
Is Falan a boy's or girl's name?
Falan is predominantly used for girls, consistent with the U.S. Social Security data.