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Lochlyn
Pronounced LOK-lin /ˈlɒk.lɪn/Medium
Meaning: A spelling of Lochlann/Lachlan — from the Gaelic, 'from the land of lakes/fjords; a Norseman; a Viking'; used for both sexes; here for girls; routes layeredLow
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U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Lochlyn is a spelling of Lochlann/Lachlan — from the Gaelic, 'from the land of lakes/fjords; a Norseman; a Viking' (a name the Gaels gave to Scandinavia and its people; routes layered, which we note). A crisp, modern name, used for both sexes, here for girls (slug distinguished; nickname Loch).
In the U.S. it registers thinly for girls. Rare for girls, from-the-land-of-lakes at the root, and modern.
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What does the name Lochlyn mean?
Lochlyn spells Lochlann/Lachlan — Gaelic 'from the land of lakes; a Norseman'; the routes are layered.
How do you pronounce Lochlyn?
It's said LOK-lin /ˈlɒk.lɪn/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Lochlyn a boy or girl name?
Lochlyn is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.
How popular is Lochlyn?
Lochlyn is a rare name in the U.S.