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Declan

Declan is a boy name of Irish origin, meaning An early Irish saint of the Deisi.

  • GenderBoy
  • OriginIrish
  • StyleClassic
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#100

What does Declan mean?

An early Irish saint of the Deisi

How popular is Declan?

Declan has been given to 43,610 babies in the United States since 1951, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

About 1 in 457 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

01,9973,994195119852020
Babies named Declan per year in the United States, 1951–2020. Source: Social Security Administration
43,610 Babies named since 1951
2010s Peak decade
Rising Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Declan

What does the name Declan mean?

Declan means An early Irish saint of the Deisi. It is of Irish origin.

Is Declan a boy's or a girl's name?

Declan is most often given to boys.

How popular is the name Declan?

Declan has been given to 43,610 babies in the United States since 1951, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.