Logan

Logan Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

LOH-gun

Meaning of Logan: Logan traces to the Scottish Gaelic lagan, a diminutive of lag meaning hollow or small valley. Medieval Lowland Scots attached the word to a specific parish in East Ayrshire, and local families then adopted Logan as a territorial surname, as detailed on etymology records.

US Rank 2024

No. 46

Births

6,267

Peak Year

2017

Scottish records list the Logan family from the 12th century onward, with Sir Robert Logan serving as Lord High Admiral in the early 15th century. The clan produced further historical figures, including James Logan, who emigrated to Pennsylvania in 1699 and became a trusted aide to William Penn.

The Logan surname appeared across colonial American records, and the 1774 speech attributed to the Mingo leader Logan, delivered after Virginia militia killed his family, became a staple of 19th-century school readers. This oratory cemented Logan as a recognized American first-name option by the late 1800s.

What Does Logan Mean? Origin & Etymology

Per US Social Security Administration records, Logan first entered the boys' top 1000 in 1940 and climbed steadily after 1980. The name broke into the top 100 in 1992, reached the top 20 in 2009, and peaked at rank five in 2017 with 12,890 births.

As of 2024, Logan holds rank 46 with 6,267 US births, easing from its 2017 peak. The name performs strongly across Canada, Ireland, Scotland, and Australia. The 2017 film Logan starring Hugh Jackman as Wolverine crystallized the Marvel connection, boosting the name among parents of that era.

Variants across languages are limited because Logan remains a Scottish surname form. The spellings Loghan and Logann appear in US records, and Logan also serves as a rising US girls' name, holding rank 250 in 2024. Notably, the Gaelic suffix -an gives the name a soft closing.

How Popular Is Logan?

Numerology & Symbolism of Logan

Based on Pythagorean numerology — a traditional system linking name letters to numbers. Presented for cultural interest.

L(3) + O(6) + G(7) + A(1) + N(5) = 22

Destiny number

Master Builder

Sum of all letters, reduced to a single digit

Soul urge

Understanding

Sum of vowels only - reveals inner desires

Expression

Warmth

Sum of consonants - how others perceive you

Letters 5

Vowels / consonants 2 / 3

Birthstone Opal

Lucky color Gold

1 Leadership Independent, driven, original — the initiator who forges new paths.

2 Harmony Diplomatic and cooperative, thriving through partnership and balance.

3 Expression Creative and communicative, bringing joy through art and words.

4 Stability Disciplined and dependable, building lasting structures through hard work.

5 Freedom Adventurous and adaptable, drawn to change, travel, and new experiences.

6 Nurturing Caring and responsible, focused on home, family, and community.

7 Wisdom Analytical and introspective, seeking truth through study and reflection.

8 Ambition Authoritative and goal-oriented, excelling in business and material achievement.

9 Compassion Humanitarian and idealistic, driven by a desire to serve and uplift others.

11 Intuition Master number: heightened sensitivity and spiritual insight beyond the ordinary.

22 Master Builder Master number: visionary practicality that turns ambitious dreams into reality.

33 Master Teacher Master number: selfless guidance and healing offered for the good of all.

Logan – Similar Names & Alternatives

Graham

is a scottish habitational surname derived from

blend of Kyle and Tyler

Karson

son of Carr, marsh dweller

Kameron

crooked nose

Kyle

narrow channel, strait

Kylan

narrow strait

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Frequently Asked Questions about Logan

What does Logan mean?

Logan means little hollow, from Scottish Gaelic lagan. It referred to a small depression in the earth, used as a place name in Ayrshire, Scotland, before becoming a clan surname and given name.

What is the origin of Logan?

Logan derives from Scottish Gaelic lagan (little hollow). Marvel’s Wolverine (Logan) gave it superhero associations from 1974. The 2017 film Logan drove a registration spike. Logan entered the US top 10 in 2013.

How popular is Logan in the US?

Logan ranks 46 for boys in the US as of 2024, per SSA data. It ranked in the US top 10 from 2013 to 2018. Logan also appears in the girls’ top 200, making it one of the more balanced gender-neutral names.

What are variants of Logan?

Logan has no common formal variants. Logann is a rare alternate spelling. Related Scottish surname-derived names include Duncan, Cameron, Ramsay, and Callum.

Is Logan more popular for girls or boys?

Logan is given predominantly to boys. It ranks 46 for boys in the US in 2024. Logan also ranks in the girls’ top 200, making it one of the few top-50 boys’ names with meaningful girls’ usage.

Logan – Name Variants & Spellings

Variant	Language
Loghan	English spelling variant
Logen	Spelling variant

AK No. 73 AL No. 60 AR No. 75 AZ No. 55 CA No. 43 CO No. 47 CT No. 18 DC No. 51 DE No. 21 FL No. 41 GA No. 72 HI No. 41 IA No. 77 ID No. 35 IL No. 35 IN No. 72 KS No. 73 KY No. 62 LA No. 80 MA No. 17 MD No. 38 ME No. 19 MI No. 38 MN No. 58 MO No. 46 MS No. 55 MT No. 48 NC No. 46 ND No. 112 NE No. 78 NH No. 29 NJ No. 14 NM No. 42 NV No. 39 NY No. 28 OH No. 52 OK No. 91 OR No. 64 PA No. 30 RI No. 46 SC No. 56 SD No. 59 TN No. 77 TX No. 69 UT No. 51 VA No. 43 VT No. 117 WA No. 30 WI No. 34 WV No. 119 WY No. 22