English dictionary, thesaurus, translations & etymology
FreeDict.com
name

Declan

DEHK-luhn

Declan (name) means a male first name of Irish origin, borne by an early Irish saint. Example: “Declan is a popular boy's name in Ireland and increasingly elsewhere.”

name
1
A male first name of Irish origin, borne by an early Irish saint.
"Declan is a popular boy's name in Ireland and increasingly elsewhere."

How to use Declan

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishAn Irish male given name, linked to an early Irish saint.

Study it as flashcards or scroll it in Flow — saved to your collection.
Test yourself on “Declan” A quick quiz — meaning, synonyms & usage

Fill the gap

Can you complete this real example?

_____ is a popular boy's name in Ireland and increasingly elsewhere.

Etymology

From the Old Irish name Declán, associated with Saint Declan of Ardmore.

Origin: Old Irish

Deaglan Decklan

Frequently asked questions

What does “Declan” mean?

The word “Declan” means a male first name of Irish origin, borne by an early Irish saint. In plain terms, an Irish male given name, linked to an early Irish saint.

How do you pronounce “Declan”?

“Declan” is pronounced DEHK-luhn (/ˈdɛklən/ in IPA).

How do you use “Declan” in a sentence?

Here is “Declan” used in a sentence: “Declan is a popular boy's name in Ireland and increasingly elsewhere.”

What part of speech is “Declan”?

“Declan” is a name.

Where does the word “Declan” come from?

The word “Declan” comes from Old Irish. From the Old Irish name Declán, associated with Saint Declan of Ardmore.

Featured in

Definitions: FreeDict original editorial