The name Lorcan is a boy's name of Irish origin meaning "little, fierce". Lorcan and is often added to lists like Unique Baby Names: Unusual and Rare and discussed in our forums with posts like "Names on NB that make you go WOW!".
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Lorcan is a name rich in Irish history as belonging to several kings, including the grandfather of the most famous high king of Ireland, Brian Boru. Lorcan O'Toole, known in English as Laurence O'Toole, is the patron saint of Dublin, so it's not too surprising that Irish-born actor Peter O'Toole named his son Lorcan.
In the Harry Potter epic, Lorcan is the twin son of Luna Lovegood Scamander.
Strong, easy to pronounce and spell, Lorcan is an Irish name that would stand out from the more common crop of Connors and Liams.
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AmadeusMozart Says:
autumnreverie Says:
I like the meaning.
rainierloner Says:
I was looking back on the comments I had posted on names, and then I saw this. It's funny to me because, yes, I do still like the name Lorcan, but I am not as obsessed with it as I was then. It's weird how my naming style can change so quickly. :)
Theodora_Phoenix Says:
This name is hard for me to say. I love the name Logan, but when I say Lorcan, it feels awakward on my tongue. I really do not like it all.
rainierloner Says:
My number one name for a boy right now. So mystic, but easy to say and spell; Lorcan seems to just roll of my tongue. The name is a great way to honor my Irish roots, and I love how it means "fierce." If I had a son this very second I would name him Lorcan without a doubt.
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This name pops out to me as something that would fit a villain in a novel. It sounds evil somehow. That's probably just me, though...