Little wolf
Derived from the Old Irish word 'faol' meaning wolf, combined with a diminutive suffix. In Irish history and mythology, it was the name of several saints and early kings, often symbolizing a fierce but protected spirit. It remains a distinctive choice that honors Gaelic heritage without being overly common.
Less common today
Faolan isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,585 in 2023.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The main wolf protagonist and Great Leader · Wolves of the Beyond
An 8th-century Irish missionary also known as Fillan
