Orlan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Orlan is an Old French name derived from 'Roland', meaning 'famous throughout the land'. It evolved from Roland to Orlan during the Middle Ages, reflecting a rich linguistic history. The name is associated with creativity and individuality today, and has notable figures like the artist Orlan.
The name Orlan is most popular in Minnesota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Orlan has been stalled for male in MidWest. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest. Across generations, 'Orlan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1606th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1685th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2704th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6632nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15579th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 16994th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 13503rd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Orlan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Orlan"
Pronunciation
/ˈɔr.lən/
Origin
Old French
Etymology
The name Orlan is derived from the Old French name 'Orlan', which is a diminutive of 'Roland', meaning 'famous throughout the land'.
Meaning
famous throughout the land
Language Evolution
Roland, Orlan
Historical Usage
Orlan gained popularity in the Middle Ages, particularly in regions influenced by the legend of Roland, a hero of the Frankish Empire.
Variants & Derivatives
Orlando, Roland
Modern Popularity & Image
Orlan is perceived as a unique and vintage name, often associated with creativity and individuality in modern times.
Famous People
Orlan, the French contemporary artist known for her work in performance art and body art.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Orlan"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Orlan"
"Orlan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1606th of 7545 | 350 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1685th of 6773 | 327 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2704th of 7552 | 175 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6632nd of 10718 | 32 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 15579th of 16616 | 6 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 16994th of 24088 | 21 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 13503rd of 23106 | 37 |
Regional Popularity of "Orlan" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
68.86% 975th/1416 |
- | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
67.27% 1040th/1546 |
- | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Orlan" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Orlan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Orlan" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.