Lorcan
Lorcan is a boys' name of Irish origin meaning “little fierce one.” Meaning 'little fierce one,' Lorcan was the name of Brian Boru's grandfather and Saint Lorcan O'Toole, patron saint of…
how do you pronounce Lorcan?
LOR-kun
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what does Lorcan mean?
The name Lorcan means “little fierce one.” It comes from the Irish language tradition.
Meaning 'little fierce one,' Lorcan was the name of Brian Boru's grandfather and Saint Lorcan O'Toole, patron saint of Dublin. The name perfectly captures the Irish love of spirited diminutives — it is tender and formidable in equal measure.
who are famous people named Lorcan?
- Saint Lorcan O'Toole (patron saint of Dublin)
- Lorcan Cranitch (Irish actor)
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Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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