Lochy
Boy name · 6 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Lochy: 6 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 2017.
Derived from the Scottish Gaelic *loch*, meaning “lake,” Lochy began as a place name and evolved into a given name, often used as a friendly diminutive of Lachlan. The River Lochy flows through the Highlands into Loch Linnhe, and nearby Loch Lochy shares the same watery root. Though no single famous bearer dominates, the name carries quiet Highland associations—the glens and hills around Fort William. In modern Scotland, Lochy has grown into a stand-alone first name, especially common as an affectionate short form for boys named Lachlan. Its gentle, rugged sound appeals to parents seeking a name that feels both traditional and outdoorsy, echoing the serene beauty of Scotland’s lochs and rivers.
Boy 2 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20173 babies
- Latest (2020)
- #7113 babies
- Total births
- 6since 2017
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y