Noah Boy
NOH-uh
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Lochlan
BoyScottish, Irish· “land of lakes”
- Meaning
- land of lakes
- Origin
- Scottish, Irish
- Pronunciation
- LAHK-luhn
- Syllables
- 2
- US rank 2025
- #644
- US babies 2025
- 433
- Best rank
- #644 (2025)
- Peak year
- 2025
Meaning and origin of Lochlan
Lochlan is a Scottish and Irish name that is usually said to mean “land of lakes”.
Lochlan is a spelling of Lachlan, from the Scottish Gaelic Lochlann, meaning "land of lakes" or "land of fjords," a term used for Norway and Scandinavia. It was originally a nickname for someone who came from Scandinavia. The name has long been used in Scotland, especially among the Clan MacLachlan. Lochlan keeps the loch, the Scottish word for lake, in plain view. It has a rugged, adventurous sound, and Loch and Lochie make friendly nicknames.
Popularity over time
Lochlan first appears in US Social Security records in 1998. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 13 different years, starting in 2013. It is at its all-time high right now: 2025 brought both its best national rank, #644, and its highest count, 433 babies. Use has grown 62% in ten years.
Its national rank moved from #6,168 in 2000, #1,707 in 2010, and #644 in 2025. Of the 4,846 US boys named Lochlan since records began, 50% were born in the 2010s, its biggest decade. The 2020s come next, with 2,013 babies.
Other boys' names that peaked around the same time include Azael, Amias, Mylo, Kasai, and Dario.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Lochlan ranked highest in New Hampshire, Montana, and Michigan.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| New Hampshire | #257 | 5 |
| Montana | #265 | 5 |
| Michigan | #369 | 24 |
| Minnesota | #384 | 15 |
| Kentucky | #394 | 13 |
Gender, sound and spelling
About 97% of US babies named Lochlan over the last 20 years were boys, with a small share of girls.
Lochlan is usually pronounced LAHK-luhn, with two syllables. It has seven letters, starts with L and ends in “-an”.
Middle names for Lochlan
A few middle names that flow with Lochlan: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Lochlan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Lochlan mean?
Lochlan is a Scottish and Irish name that is usually said to mean “land of lakes”.
What is the origin of the name Lochlan?
Lochlan has Scottish and Irish roots. Lochlan is a spelling of Lachlan, from the Scottish Gaelic Lochlann, meaning "land of lakes" or "land of fjords," a term used for Norway and Scandinavia.
Is Lochlan a popular name?
Yes. Lochlan ranked #644 in the US in 2025, which makes it in the top 1,000.
Is Lochlan a boy or girl name?
Lochlan is mainly a boy's name. About 97% of US babies named Lochlan over the last 20 years were boys, with a small share of girls.
How do you pronounce Lochlan?
Lochlan is usually pronounced LAHK-luhn. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings