Lorcan Lore

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Lorcan Lore — little fierce one
80K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
2005s Peak popularity
Gender
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Lorcan Lore is a name that combines Celtic origins. The first name Lorcan is a masculine given name of Celtic origin. From Irish Gaelic Lorcán, meaning 'little fierce one.' Saint Laurence O'Toole, the patron saint of Dublin, bore this name in its Gaelic form. The surname Lore: Lore Agnes (1876–1953), German politician Lore Bader (1888–1973), American baseball pitcher Lore Berger (1921–1943), Swiss writer Lore Fischer (1911–1991), German alto and concert singer Lore Frisch (1925–1962), German actress Lore Lorentz (1920–1994), German cabaret artist and standup comedian Lore Noto (1923–2002), American theatre producer Lore Alford Rogers (1875–1975), American bacteriologist and dairy scientist Lore Segal (1928–2024), American novelist, translator, teacher, and author Lore Trittner (born 8 July 1933), Austrian swimmer Surname Charles B. Lorcan is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 80K people globally, with the highest concentration in Ireland. The name Lorcan reached peak popularity in the 2005s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Lorcan

Meaning: little fierce one

Celtic

From Irish Gaelic Lorcán, meaning 'little fierce one.' Saint Laurence O'Toole, the patron saint of Dublin, bore this name in its Gaelic form.

Surname: Lore

English

Lore Agnes (1876–1953), German politician Lore Bader (1888–1973), American baseball pitcher Lore Berger (1921–1943), Swiss writer Lore Fischer (1911–1991), German alto and concert singer Lore Frisch (1925–1962), German actress Lore Lorentz (1920–1994), German cabaret artist and standup comedian Lore Noto (1923–2002), American theatre producer Lore Alford Rogers (1875–1975), American bacteriologist and dairy scientist Lore Segal (1928–2024), American novelist, translator, teacher, and author Lore Trittner (born 8 July 1933), Austrian swimmer Surname Charles B.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Lorcan is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

Ireland 87%
United Kingdom 13%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Lorcan by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Lorcan has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Lawrence
  • Laurence

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Lorcan Lore:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Lorcan?
The first name Lorcan originates from Celtic. From Irish Gaelic Lorcán, meaning 'little fierce one.' Saint Laurence O'Toole, the patron saint of Dublin, bore this name in its Gaelic form.
When was Lorcan most popular?
The name Lorcan reached its peak popularity during the 2005s.
What is the origin of the surname Lore?
The surname Lore originates from English. Lore Agnes (1876–1953), German politician Lore Bader (1888–1973), American baseball pitcher Lore Berger (1921–1943), Swiss writer Lore Fischer (1911–1991), German alto and concert singer Lore Frisch (1925–1962), German actress Lore Lorentz (1920–1994), German cabaret artist and standup comedian Lore Noto (1923–2002), American theatre producer Lore Alford Rogers (1875–1975), American bacteriologist and dairy scientist Lore Segal (1928–2024), American novelist, translator, teacher, and author Lore Trittner (born 8 July 1933), Austrian swimmer Surname Charles B.
What are the origins of the name Lorcan Lore?
The name Lorcan Lore combines two different traditions: the first name Lorcan has Celtic roots, while the surname Lore originates from English.
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