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Name Origin

Nolan is an Irish surname and masculine given name meaning 'famous' or 'champion'. It originates from the Gaelic Ó Néill, meaning 'descendant of Niall'. Niall was a legendary 4th-century High King of Ireland known for his strength and leadership.

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Famous People

Nolan Ryan (1947-)

Baseball Pitcher

  • Holds the Major League Baseball record for most career strikeouts (5,714)
  • Pitched seven no-hitters
  • Inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1999

Christopher Nolan (1970-)

Film Director

  • Directed critically acclaimed films such as 'Memento', 'Inception', 'The Dark Knight Trilogy'
  • Known for his complex narratives and innovative filmmaking techniques

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