Declining since 2017, #10,695 for boys today.
Popularity of Nalan since 2009
Babies named Nalan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 64 |
| 2020s | 59 |
Meaning & origin
Nalan is a name of uncertain origin, first recorded in the United States in 2009. Its usage has been rare, with a peak in 2017 when it reached its highest rank. Since then, its popularity has been declining, and in 2025 it ranked 10,695th, with only 1 in 284,679 boys given the name. The name has no strong regional or linguistic ties in the U.S., as it has not been recorded in any specific top state. This suggests Nalan may be a modern invention or a rare import, possibly a variant of names like Nolan or Alan, or connected to the Turkish name Nalan. Due to its recent and sparse use, its etymology remains open to interpretation.
Nalan first appeared in U.S. records in 2009. Its origin is not clearly established. It may be a modern coinage, possibly inspired by names such as Nolan or Alan, or a variant of the Turkish name Nalan, which means 'exuberant' or 'joyful'. However, the spelling and usage in the U.S. do not strongly tie it to any specific tradition.
Sibling names for Nalan
Names that share Nalan's style, for a brother or sister.
