Lochlan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lochlan is of Scottish Gaelic origin, meaning 'land of lakes'. It evolved from the Old Norse 'Lochlann' and has seen variations in its spelling and form. The name is associated with strong cultural ties to Scotland and nature, with no biblical significance. It has gained popularity in recent decades and is viewed positively today.
The name Lochlan is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Lochlan has been stalled for male in MidWest, falling for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Lochlan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2384th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 787th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 35406th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10581st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lochlan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lochlan"
Pronunciation
/ˈlɒxlən/
Origin
Scottish Gaelic
Etymology
The name Lochlan derives from the Scottish Gaelic 'Lochlann', which refers to the land of lakes or is associated with the Vikings, literally meaning 'land of the lakes'.
Meaning
land of lakes
Language Evolution
Lochlann (Old Norse), Lochlan (Scottish Gaelic), Lochlan (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Lochlan gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in Scotland and among families of Scottish descent.
Variants & Derivatives
Lachlan, Loughlan, Lachlann
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Lochlan is perceived as a strong and unique name, often associated with nature and heritage.
Famous People
Lachlan Murdoch, Lachlan Macquarie
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lochlan"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Lochlan"
"Lochlan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2384th of 24088 | 767 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 787th of 23106 | 3,646 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 35406th of 35406 | 5 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 10581st of 30306 | 108 |
Regional Popularity of "Lochlan" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
50.61% 2319th/4582 |
48.61% 2510th/5164 |
34.57% 2528th/7313 |
27.75% 2071st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
16.97% 676th/3984 |
17.63% 791st/4487 |
13.06% 891st/6822 |
12.22% 767th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Lochlan" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lochlan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lochlan" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.