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Boy name

Logan

Logan is a boy’s name of Scottish origin, meaning “little hollow.” It currently ranks #39 for US boys and is falling.

Meaning
Little hollow.
Origin
Scottish
US rank
#48
Syllables
2
Letters
5
Starts with
L

Logan's popularity over time

↓ Falling
#39 in 2023Peak rank #5US SSA · boys
#1#20#39201320182023

Source: US Social Security Administration national name data. Lower rank = more popular.

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Frequently asked about Logan

What does the name Logan mean?

Logan means "Little hollow." and is of Scottish origin.

Is Logan a boy or girl name?

Logan is most commonly used as a boy name in the United States.

How popular is the name Logan?

Logan ranked #39 for US boys in 2023. Over the past decade its popularity has been falling (peak rank #5).

How many syllables are in Logan?

Logan has 2 syllables and 5 letters.

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