Phelan

Phelan Meaning & Origin

About Phelan
The name "Phelan" is of Irish origin and has multiple meanings. It is derived from the Gaelic word "faolán," which means "wolf." In Irish mythology, wolves were seen as powerful and cunning creatures, symbolizing strength and protection. Therefore, the name "Phelan" often represents qualities such as bravery, loyalty, and resilience. It can also be associated with a sense of independence and a strong-willed nature.

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Name Popularity

Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Phelan are male.

Phelan Popularity Trends

The popularity of the name has decreased by -38.46% over the past year.

Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
FLN
🗽 NYSIIS
FA
🔊 Soundex
P0405
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
F EH1 L AH0 N
🌐 IPA
/ˈfɛlən/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('FLN', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
P450

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Phelan in Braille

Here's how to represent Phelan in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Phelan in braille

How to Spell the Name Phelan in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Phelan using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Phelan in sign language

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