What does Lorcan mean?
Lorcan means “little fierce one.”
What does Darragh mean?
Darragh means “oak tree” in Irish, a symbol of strength.
Lorcan vs Darragh
Which is more popular?
Lorcan and Darragh are given to a similar number of US babies today.
| Lorcan | Darragh | |
|---|---|---|
| Meaning | Little fierce one | Oak tree |
| Origin | Irish | Irish |
| Gender | Boy | Boy |
| Pronunciation | LOR-kun | DAH-ruh |
| Syllables | 2 | 2 |
| First appeared | 1997 | 1987 |
| Peak year | 2018 (17) | 2021 (16) |
| In 2025 | 9 | 9 |
| Trend | Rising | Steady |
Popularity over time, 1880–2025
Lorcan
Darragh
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Births by decade
| Decade | Lorcan | Darragh |
|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 74 | 69 |
| 2010s | 95 | 81 |
| 2000s | 74 | 86 |
| 1990s | 18 | 23 |
| 1980s | 0 | 6 |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lorcan or Darragh more popular?
Lorcan and Darragh are given to a similar number of US babies today.
What is the difference between Lorcan and Darragh?
Lorcan means Little fierce one (Irish origin), while Darragh means Oak tree (Irish origin).
Which name is older, Lorcan or Darragh?
In US records, Lorcan first appears in 1997 and Darragh in 1987, so Darragh has the longer recorded history.