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Shane vs Lochlan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lochlan

Boy #774 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"land of lochs, land of fjords"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish Australian New Zealand

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#774
Total SSA Count
323
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Shane Rank #602
Lochlan Rank #774

Shane is more popular, ranked #602 vs #774 for Lochlan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shane or Lochlan more popular?

Shane is more popular, ranked #602 compared to Lochlan at #774 in the United States.

What do Shane and Lochlan mean?

Shane means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Irish origin). Lochlan means "land of lochs, land of fjords" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Shane and Lochlan boy or girl names?

Shane is primarily a boy name. Lochlan is primarily a boy name.

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