Declan: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Full of goodness, a name steeped in Irish saintly tradition and modern cool.
- Origin
- Irish
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #72
- Peak
- #62 in 2023
Trend: Rising, climbing the charts over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Declan Means
Declan is a boy name of Irish origin. Full of goodness, a name steeped in Irish saintly tradition and modern cool.
How Popular Declan Is
Declan currently ranks #72 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #62 in 2023. It is rising.
Good to Know About Declan
- Saint Declan predates Saint Patrick as a Christian missionary in Ireland.
- The name was virtually unknown in America before 2000.
- Declan has a strong, rhythmic sound that appeals to modern parents.
Names Like Declan
Other Irish names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Declan
Irish names that pair well as a brother or sister to Declan.
Questions About Declan
What does Declan mean?
Declan is a boy name of Irish origin. Full of goodness, a name steeped in Irish saintly tradition and modern cool.
How popular is Declan?
Declan currently ranks #72 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #62 in 2023. It is rising.
Where does Declan come from?
Declan comes from Irish roots. Saint Declan predates Saint Patrick as a Christian missionary in Ireland.
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