Lorcain
Lorcain is a Christian boy name of Irish origin, meaning “Little fierce one”.
| Meaning | Little fierce one |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Irish |
| Pronunciation | LOR-kawn |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Ireland, Northern Ireland |
Meaning and origin of Lorcain
Lorcain is a spelling of Lorcán, from Irish lorc 'fierce, cruel' with the diminutive -án, giving 'little fierce one'. It was borne by early Irish kings and noblemen. The name is most often spelled Lorcan or Lorcán today. Because it has an English anglicised form, Laurence, Irish records often equate the two.
Is Lorcain a Christian name?
Saint Laurence O'Toole, in Irish Lorcán Ua Tuathail, was Archbishop of Dublin in the twelfth century and is the city's patron saint.
How popular is Lorcain?
Lorcan is moderately popular in Ireland; this spelling is rare.
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Spellings and variants of Lorcain
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Lorcain mean?
Lorcain means 'Little fierce one'. It is of Irish origin.
Is Lorcain a Christian name?
Saint Laurence O'Toole, in Irish Lorcán Ua Tuathail, was Archbishop of Dublin in the twelfth century and is the city's patron saint.
How do you pronounce Lorcain?
Lorcain is pronounced LOR-kawn.
Is Lorcain a boy or girl name?
Lorcain is usually a boy name.