Loch

Scottish Gaelic

"lake"

Loch Origin and Meaning

The name Loch is a boy's name of Scottish Gaelic origin meaning "lake".

Loch is a watery word that sounds more like a name because it's one step removed from its English form. Pronounced as "lock," it's also a short form of the variously-spelled Lachlan.

Popularity of the name Loch

• 1417 Nameberry 2025

20 Names Similar to Loch

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• Galway
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• Rook
• Mariner
• Rem
• Tygo
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• Baz
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The name Loch in Pop Culture

• Loch Ness Monster
• "The Bonnie Banks o' Loch Lomond" Scottish song, most popular interpretation is about two soldiers returning home from battle.