Lachlan
Lachlan first appears in US records in 1952. It peaked in 2025, when 468 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 468.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Lachlan popular?
Near its peak Lachlan is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
| 2020s | 2,249 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 2,697 | |
| 2000s | 920 | |
| 1990s | 185 | |
| 1980s | 31 | |
| 1970s | 5 | |
| 1960s | 5 | |
| 1950s | 16 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Lachlan mean?
Lachlan means “from the land of lochs,” originally “Viking” or “from Norway.”
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Lachlan mean?
Lachlan means From the land of lochs. Lachlan means “from the land of lochs,” originally “Viking” or “from Norway.”
What is the origin of the name Lachlan?
Lachlan is of Scottish origin.
How do you pronounce Lachlan?
Lachlan is pronounced “LOK-lan.”
Is Lachlan a boy or a girl name?
Lachlan is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Lachlan a popular name right now?
Lachlan is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
How popular is the name Lachlan?
In 2025, Lachlan ranked #606 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Lachlan most popular?
Lachlan was most popular in 2025, when about 468 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Lachlan?
Names similar to Lachlan include Ewan, Angus, Alasdair, Hamish, Fraser.
What names go well with Lachlan?
Scottish names that pair well with Lachlan include Douglas, Logan, Ian, Isla, Finley.