Declining since 2004.
Popularity of Froilan since 1939
Babies named Froilan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 5 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 11 |
| 1960s | 21 |
| 1970s | 62 |
| 1980s | 103 |
| 1990s | 107 |
| 2000s | 123 |
| 2010s | 76 |
| 2020s | 17 |
Meaning & origin
Froilan is a Spanish name of Germanic origin, meaning 'lord' or 'master'. It first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 1939, but has never been widely used. Its peak year was 1980, during which it saw its highest recorded usage, though even then it remained rare. Since 2004, the name has been on a downward trajectory in terms of popularity. Froilan has not been recorded in any top states, indicating its extremely limited geographic spread. Despite its obscurity, the name carries a strong historical resonance, linked to a 10th-century Spanish saint, and may appeal to families seeking a distinctive name with deep roots in the Spanish tradition.
Froilan is a Spanish name derived from the Germanic element 'fro' meaning 'lord' or 'master', combined with a diminutive suffix. It was borne by several early saints, most notably Saint Froilan (died 904), a hermit and bishop in Leon, Spain. The name has been used primarily in Spanish-speaking regions, particularly in Spain and Latin America, though it has never been common. Its usage in the United States has been sporadic, with a small peak in the 1980s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Froy, Lano
Variants: Froilán, Fruela
Sibling names for Froilan
Names that share Froilan's style, for a brother or sister.
