Boy name origins & meanings
- Greek : Messenger
What does Declan mean and stand for?
The name Declan is of Greek origin and means "messenger". It is the Anglicized form of the Irish name Deaglán.
Syllables: 2
Famous people who gave their babies this name
Popularity
According to Social Security Administration data, Declan enjoyed a brief stint in the top 100, at 95, in 2019. It has since fallen slightly in popularity, but remains in the top 120.
However, it is the 5th most popular name on FamilyEducation.com.
According to Google search data analysis, in the last five years Declan was at its peak popularity in December 2018.
Declan was the saint who brought Christianity to Ireland, preceding Saint Patrick. It is also the first name of Elvis Costello. Declan has been chosen for characters in Revenge, Hollyoaks, and Family Affairs.
Where is it Popular?
Declan was searched for most often in the following states:
Nicknames for Declan
- Dec
- Dee
- Dex
- Lan
Pairs well with these middle names
