Lonan

Manx, Irish

"little blackbird"

Lonan Origin and Meaning

The name Lonan is a boy's name of Irish origin meaning "little blackbird".

Typically spelled as Lonán in Ireland, Lonan is its Manx form, though it could also be considered the anglicized form too. The name comes from the Irish lon meaning "blackbird", paired with a diminutive suffix, making this a charming nature-related choice that could make a nice Logan/Conan alternative.

Borne by a number of early saints, the name is pronounces as LUW-nawn (LUW like the sound in "look"), LOH-nawn (LOH like it "lock") or LUH-nawn (LUH like in "luck"), depending on regional dialect.

Lonan Rank in Nameberry Top 1000

# 646 on Nameberry

Popularity of the name Lonan

• 646 Nameberry 2025

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