Olan: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ohl-ahn
Origin: Spain
gender-male

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Region Origin: Andean States, Central America, Southern Europe
Meaning: Grand

The name Olan is a unique and versatile name with multiple origins and meanings. Olan means 'grand, ''great, ''enormous, ''echo, 'and 'reflection'in various languages, including Kurdish, and Thai. In Thai and Kurdish cultures, It means "great" or "enormous, " symbolizing grandeur and strength. The name has also been associated with Hispanic cultures, particularly in Mexico, where it originated as a variant of the Spanish word "holán, " referring to a delicate white fabric frill used to adorn women'skirts. This metonymic occupational name suggests a person engaged in creating or selling these bold fabric embellishments. The name has gained prominence over time, particularly in the United States, where it has seen a significant rise in popularity between 2000 and 2010.

Olan Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Olan is currently #10102 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Olan is currently #4378 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Olan is currently #4952 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Olan is currently #2177 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Olan is currently #5082 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Olan is currently #2214 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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