Dolans

Irish

"black-haired"

Dolans Origin and Meaning

The name Dolans is a boy's name.

Dolans is a masculine name functioning primarily as a surname-turned-first name, derived from the Irish 'Ó Dólain' meaning 'descendant of Dólán.' The ancestral name has roots in the personal name Dólán, a diminutive of 'dál' meaning 'assembly' or possibly 'blind one.' As a first name, Dolans represents the modern trend of adopting family surnames as given names, particularly common in Irish-American communities. While rare as a first name, it offers a distinctive option that honors Irish heritage while providing a contemporary feel. The name carries a strong, masculine sound with its ending consonant, similar to more common names like Collins or Brooks that have made the transition from surname to first name.