Phelan - name meaning and origin

The boy's name Phelan \ph(e)-lan\ is of Irish and Gaelic origin, and its meaning is "like a wolf".

Phelan has 3 variant forms: Felan, Phelim and Felim.

For more information, see also the related name Faolan.

Baby names that sound like Phelan are Wylan and Waylan.

Phelan is a very rare male first name and a very popular surname (source: 1990 U.S. Census). Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the boy's name Phelan. Compare Phelan with related baby names.