Lochlan Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationLOK-lan / /ˈlɒx.lən/Scottish; Irish
Meaning
Scottish: from the land of lakes; Irish: little lake
Historical & Cultural Background
In Scottish tradition, Lochlan is derived from 'loch,' meaning lake, reflecting the country's many bodies of water. In Irish culture, it is often associated with the word for 'lake,' emphasizing a connection to nature and geography.
Trend Summary
Lochlan has seen a steady increase in usage in recent years.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Lachlan
- Locklan
International Variants
- Lachlan (Australian)
- Lóchlann (Irish)
Famous people named Lochlan
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lochlan was first seen in the United States in 1998. Lochlan has ranked as high as #1022 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Pennsylvania, Washington, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Lochlan has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lochlan (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 21 | |
| TX | 20 | |
| FL | 18 | |
| NC | 16 | |
| PA | 15 | |
| MI | 14 | |
| MO | 13 | |
| IL | 13 | |
| VA | 11 | |
| MN | 10 | |
| OH | 9 | |
| WA | 9 | |
| TN | 9 | |
| UT | 9 | |
| IN | 9 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 19 |
| 2002 | 25 |
| 2003 | 23 |
| 2004 | 30 |
| 2005 | 36 |
| 2006 | 47 |
| 2007 | 63 |
| 2008 | 70 |
| 2009 | 83 |
| 2010 | 90 |
| 2011 | 100 |
| 2012 | 150 |
| 2013 | 213 |
| 2014 | 236 |
| 2015 | 267 |
| 2016 | 314 |
| 2017 | 323 |
| 2018 | 359 |
| 2019 | 354 |
| 2020 | 337 |
| 2021 | 311 |
| 2022 | 312 |
| 2023 | 297 |
| 2024 | 323 |