Lochlyn
Lochlyn is a girl baby name. Ranked #6,800 in the US, popular nicknames include Loc, Loy, and Locie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Lochlyn first appeared in US Social Security records in 2002.
Over 338 babies have been named Lochlyn in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Lochlyn is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #6,800 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #6,800
- Total SSA Count
- 17
Nicknames
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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Lochlyn is also used as a boy name, ranked #12644.
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About the Name Lochlyn
Lochlyn is a girl name .
Is Lochlyn a boy or girl name? Lochlyn is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #6,800 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #12,644. Lochlyn is more commonly used as a girl name.
Lochlyn is currently ranked #6,800 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Lochlyn include Loc, Loy, Locie, and Lochie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis