Lorcan Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationLOR-kən / /ˈlɔːrkən/Irish; Latin
Meaning
little fierce (Irish); from the place of the lark (Latin)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Irish culture, Lorcan is derived from the word 'lorc', meaning fierce or brave, often associated with strength. The Latin interpretation connects it to a geographical feature, suggesting a link to nature and the lark bird. The name has historical significance in Ireland, often linked to various saints and nobility.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Lorcan
- Lorcán
International Variants
- Lorcán (Irish)
- Lorcán (Spanish)
Famous people named Lorcan
Lorcan Cranitch — actor.
Lorcan O'Herlihy — architect.
Fictional characters named Lorcan
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lorcan was first seen in the United States in 1997. Lorcan has ranked as high as #1362 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Lorcan has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lorcan
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2013 | 12 |
| 2014 | 15 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 14 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 17 |
| 2024 | 11 |