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Lorcan

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Pronounced LOR-kan /ˈlɔr.kən/Medium

Meaning: From Irish Lorcan, 'a little fierce one' (from lorc, 'fierce; cruel', + a diminutive)Low

In 30 seconds: A little fierce one: Lorcan is Irish. Crisp, classic, and warm (said 'LOR-kan').

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Origin LowIrish

MeaningFrom Irish Lorcan, 'a little fierce one' (from lorc, 'fierce; cruel', + a diminutive)

U.S. rank (2025)#8656 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births9 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2018

Total births (all-time)≈ 261

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Lorcan comes from Irish Lorcan, 'a little fierce one' (from lorc, 'fierce; cruel', + a diminutive; borne by St. Lorcan, Laurence O'Toole, patron of Dublin). A crisp, classic name (said 'LOR-kan').

In the U.S. it appears in Irish families. Rare, a-little-fierce-one at the root, and classic.

Did you know? Lorcan means 'a little fierce one' in Irish (from lorc, 'fierce; cruel') — borne by St. Lorcan (Laurence O'Toole) — crisp and classic (said 'LOR-kan').

Overall data confidence 46%

References — Lorcan — Irish etymology

Variations

LorccanLorcen

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Lorcan mean?

Lorcan is Irish for 'a little fierce one' (from lorc, 'fierce; cruel').

How do you pronounce Lorcan?

It's said LOR-kan /ˈlɔr.kən/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Lorcan a boy or girl name?

Lorcan is a boy's name.

How popular is Lorcan?

Lorcan is a rare name in the U.S.