Lochlan
Lochlan is a boy name of Scottish origin meaning “From the land of lochs”, pronounced LOK-lun. It ranked #644 in the United States in 2025, given to 433 babies, and peaked at #644 in 2025. Common nicknames: Loch, Lochie, Lock.
How popular is Lochlan in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Lochlan mean, and where does it come from?
Lochlan is the spelling of Lachlan that keeps the Gaelic loch visible, and it carries the same meaning — the land of lochs, which is what Gaelic speakers called Norway, so the name originally marked a Norseman. It appears in American records from 1998, forty-odd years after Lachlan, and entered the top thousand alongside it in 2013. Both are still climbing, and Lochlan reached its highest position in 2025. Which spelling a family picks usually comes down to whether they want the ch pronounced.
How is Lochlan used around the world?
Lochlan is used in 0 languages worldwide, with 1+ international variants.
TypeMale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Lochlan?
Famous People Named Lochlan
- Lochlann Ó Mearáin — Irish actor
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Lochlan mean?
Lochlan is a boy name of Scottish origin meaning "From the land of lochs." Lochlan is the spelling of Lachlan that keeps the Gaelic loch visible, and it carries the same meaning — the land of lochs, which is what Gaelic speakers called Norway, so the name originally marked a Norseman. It appears in American records from 1998, forty-odd years after Lachlan, and entered the top thousand alongside it in 2013.
How do you pronounce Lochlan?
Lochlan is pronounced LOK-lun. Common variations include Lachlan, Lochlann, Loughlin.
Is Lochlan a boy name?
Yes, Lochlan is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Loch, Lochie, Lock.