Lochlan
Lochlan: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /หlษ.klษn/ ยท /หlษx.lษn/
Meaning and origin of Lochlan
- A male given name from Scottish Gaelic.
Etymology
Variant of Lachlan.
How popular is Lochlan?
Since 1880, 124 girls and 4,846 boys in the U.S. have been named Lochlan (2% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #8743 in 2024. Its highest rank for boys was #644 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #644 for boys, with 444 babies given the name.
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Lochlan FAQ
What does the name Lochlan mean?
A male given name from Scottish Gaelic. Variant of Lachlan.
What is the origin of the name Lochlan?
Lochlan is listed as a name of Scottish origin.
How popular is the name Lochlan?
Since 1880, 124 girls and 4,846 boys in the U.S. have been named Lochlan (2% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #8743 in 2024. Its highest rank for boys was #644 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #644 for boys, with 444 babies given the name.
Is Lochlan a boy or girl name?
Lochlan is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 124 girls and 4,846 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880โ2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.