Lachlan
l(a)-ch-lan
Popularity:1493
Origin:Irish
Meaning:From the land of lakes; From the fjord land
Lachlan is a masculine name of Irish origin, meaning “from the land of lakes” or “from the fjord land.” It is an Anglicized version of the Gaelic and Scottish Lachlann, which means “warrior from the land of the lochs” with loch meaning “lake” or “fjord” and lann translating to “land.” Lachlan was a name given to those from Scandinavia as it is known for its many lakes and fjords. This charming moniker can be shortened to Lach, Lachie, or Lockie offering many endearing pet names for baby Lachlan.
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Ancestry, Mclachlan Family History
Ancestry, Laughlin Family History
Behind the Name, Lachlan, January 2022
House of Names, Lachlan History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
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