Male Name
Lockie
ˈlɒk.i
ˈlɑk.i
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Categories
diminutives
ends in -ie
isograms
rugby union Les Rouges
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
53/100
Meaning & Etymology
Lockie is a diminutive form of the given name Lachlan, which is of Scottish origin. The name Lachlan itself is derived from the Gaelic name 'Lachlann', meaning 'land of the lochs' or 'from the fjord-land'. Lockie, as a given name, is often used as a nickname for Lachlan, reflecting a more informal or affectionate usage. As a surname, Lockie is a variant of Lucas, which has Latin origins meaning 'light' or 'illumination'.
Etymology
Original Form:
Lachlann
Evolution:
From Lachlann to Lachlan, and then to Lockie as a diminutive.
Source:
Gaelic