Lachlan Name Meaning & Origin
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The name Lachlan is of Scottish Gaelic origin, derived from the Gaelic 'Lachlann' meaning 'land of the lochs' or 'from the land of lakes', historically referring to Scandinavia. It is commonly used as a masculine given name in Scotland and countries with Scottish heritage such as Australia and New Zealand.
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Australian (Anglo-Celtic) 60% -
Scottish (Scottish Gaelic) 30% -
New Zealander (Anglo-Celtic) 10%
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Name Details
- First Name: Lachlan
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Male
Popularity Trend
Growth of the name Lachlan in the US (SSA Data):
Lachlan Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 6
People with this name tend to be: Nurturing, responsible and family-oriented.