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Lauchlan Boy

Popularity: · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationLOK-lan / /ˈlɔːklən/

Scottish; Gaelic

Meaning

Scottish: from the land of lakes; Gaelic: little from the fjord

Historical & Cultural Background

Lauchlan is a name of Scottish origin, derived from the Gaelic name Lachlann. It is often associated with the historical regions of Scotland, particularly the Highlands and Islands. The name has been borne by various Scottish clans and is linked to the Norse influence in Scotland. It has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in English-speaking countries.

Trend Summary

Lauchlan has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Lachlan
  • Lauchlan

International Variants

  • Lachlan (English)
  • Lauchlan (Scottish)

Famous people named Lauchlan

Lauchlan Macquarie was a Scottish soldier and colonial administrator known for his role as the Governor of New South Wales.

Lauchlan Murdoch is an Australian businessman and media executive, known for his leadership roles in various media companies.

Fictional characters named Lauchlan

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Lauchlan was first seen in the United States in 2022. Lauchlan has ranked as high as #1388 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Lauchlan has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Lauchlan

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
20225