ThinkabaraLogan: meaning and origin
Logan
“Little hollow”
- Gender
- 👦 Boy
- Origin
- 🏴 Scottish
- Letters · syllables
- 5 · 2
- Starts with
- L
About the name Logan
Logan is a boy’s name from the Scottish tradition. Its meaning is “little hollow”. Names from Scottish Gaelic and Scottish places and clans — like Isla, Logan, Callum and Ainsley.
It has a modern feel and has become more common in the US in recent decades.
Tips before you choose
- Say the full name out loud with your last name, and with any middle name.
- Check the initials — and what they spell.
- Think about nicknames kids might make from it.
- Write it down: is the spelling easy for teachers and friends?
More Scottish names
- Angus 👦One strength · Scottish
- Callum 👦Dove; from Saint Columba · Scottish
- Cameron 🧒Crooked nose · Scottish
- Duncan 👦Dark warrior · Scottish
- Graham 👦Gravelly homestead · Scottish
- Ian 👦God is gracious; the Scottish form of John · Scottish
- Knox 👦Round hill · Scottish
Sibling name ideas (Scottish, girls)
- Ainsley 👧One’s own meadow · Scottish
- Fiona 👧Fair, white · Scottish
- Isla 👧Island; from the Scottish island of Islay · Scottish
- Paisley 👧From the Scottish town of Paisley; also the swirly pattern · Scottish
More boy names starting with L
- Leander 👦Lion-man · Greek
- Leif 👦Heir, descendant; Leif Erikson the explorer · Scandinavian
- Leo 👦Lion · Latin
- Leonardo 👦Brave as a lion · Italian
- Levi 👦Joined, attached · Hebrew
- Liam 👦Strong-willed warrior; the Irish short form of William · Irish
- Lincoln 👦Lake colony; also the 16th US president · English
- Lorenzo 👦From Laurentum; crowned with laurel · Italian
- Louis 👦Famous warrior · French
- Luca 👦From Lucania; a form of Luke · Italian
Questions and answers
What does the name Logan mean?
Logan is a name of Scottish origin. It means: little hollow.
Is Logan a boy or girl name?
Logan is usually given to boys.
How many syllables does Logan have?
Logan has 5 letters and about 2 syllables.
Is Logan a popular name?
Yes. Logan has been near the top of US baby-name lists in recent years. Names marked “popular now” have been near the top of US baby-name lists in recent years. This is an approximate guide, not an official ranking; see the Social Security Administration’s baby names site for official counts.