MallowbyNames

Virlan

veer-LAHN · Of uncertain origin; possibly a modern invented name.

2025 rank (boys)
#5,608
Babies named in 2025
16
Peak popularity
2018
2025 frequency
1 in 106,755 boys
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Declining since 2018

Declining since 2018, #5,608 for boys today.

Popularity of Virlan since 2016

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

1122332020Most births 2018Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
2010s97
2020s97

Meaning & origin

Virlan is an extremely rare modern name that first appeared on the U.S. Social Security list in 2016. Its rank in 2025 was 5,608, and it had an incidence of approximately 1 in 106,755 births. The name peaked in popularity in 2018 and has been declining since then. Its usage is concentrated in California. The lack of historical or etymological roots suggests it is a modern coinage, likely invented by parents seeking a distinctive sound.

Virlan is a rare modern name first recorded in the United States in 2016. It does not have a clear historical or linguistic derivation and is likely a creative coinage, possibly formed from sounds or elements of other names. Its usage remains minimal and concentrated in California.

Where Virlan is most popular

Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.

Sibling names for Virlan

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Virlan mean?
The meaning of Virlan is uncertain. It appears to be a modern invented name without a well-attested etymology.
How popular is the name Virlan?
Virlan is very rare. In 2025, it ranked 5,608th in the United States, with about 1 in 106,755 boys given the name that year.
Is Virlan a boy's or girl's name?
Virlan is primarily used for boys, according to U.S. Social Security data.