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Logan

♂ Boy

Pronounced LOH-gun /ˈloʊɡən/High

Meaning: Little hollow; from the place-name Logan in Ayrshire, ScotlandHigh

In 30 seconds: A rugged Scottish surname-turned-first-name meaning 'little hollow.' One of the top boys' names in the U.S. since the 2000s, known for its cool, strong feel.
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Origin HighScottish Gaelic
MeaningLittle hollow; from the place-name Logan in Ayrshire, Scotland
Peak year2007
Total births (all-time)≈ 320,461

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200718802017

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Logan originated as a Scottish place name, derived from the Scottish Gaelic lagan, meaning 'little hollow.' The place-name gave rise to a clan surname in Ayrshire. Like many Scottish and Irish surnames, Logan crossed to North America with waves of immigration and began transitioning into a given name during the 20th century.

By the 1990s Logan was climbing U.S. popularity charts as part of a broad trend favoring surname-style names for boys. It cracked the top 10 in the 2010s and has remained there, appealing to parents who want a strong, modern-feeling name with genuine historical roots. It is also used for girls but is overwhelmingly male in the U.S.

Did you know? Logan leapt into mainstream culture partly through the Marvel character Wolverine, whose real name is Logan Howlett — boosting the name's edgy appeal.

Variations

Loghan

Nicknames

Lo

Famous Bearers

  • ★Logan Paul (1995–)
    American internet personality and boxer.

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Logan mean?

Logan is a Scottish Gaelic surname-name meaning 'little hollow,' from a place name in Ayrshire.

How do you pronounce Logan?

It's said LOH-gun /ˈloʊɡən/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Logan a boy or girl name?

Logan is predominantly a boys' name in the U.S., though it is occasionally used for girls.

How popular is Logan?

Logan has ranked in the U.S. top 10 boys' names for much of the past decade.