Lochlan
Irish · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Lochlan
Lochlan derives from the Scottish Gaelic name Lochlann, meaning "land of lakes" or "from the fjords," combining "loch" (lake) with the Norse suffix "-lann" (land).
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Etymology
Lochlan derives from the Scottish Gaelic name Lochlann, meaning "land of lakes" or "from the fjords," combining "loch" (lake) with the Norse suffix "-lann" (land). The name is primarily used in Scottish and Irish cultures, with historical roots in Viking-influenced Gaelic regions, and remains common in modern English-speaking countries, particularly Australia and Ireland.
Lochlan currently ranks #644 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2025.
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