Lachlan

Gender Masculine
Usage Scottish, English
Pronounced Pron. /ˈlæx.lən/(Scottish) /ˈlɒk.lən/(British English) /ˈlæk.lən/(American English)  [key·simplify]

Meaning & History

Anglicized form of Lachlann, the Scottish Gaelic form of Lochlainn. In the English-speaking world, this name was especially popular in Australia towards the end of the 20th century.

Related Names

VariantsLauchlan(Scottish) Lachlann(Scottish Gaelic)
DiminutivesLachie(Scottish) Lockie(English)
Other Languages & CulturesLochlainn, Lochlann(Irish) Lochlainn(Old Irish)

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Entry updated April 23, 2024