Logan
Meaning: Little hollow; dweller in the little hollow
Origin: Scottish Gaelic — from lagan (little hollow), originally a place name and surname
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #119
Total births: 4,854
History: Logan surged in the 2010s as surname-names dominated Australian charts. Logan is also a major city south of Brisbane — part of Queensland's sprawling urban landscape. The name carries both American influence and Australian geographic connections.
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| Current rank (2024) | #81 |
| Babies named Logan in 2024 | 100 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 4,854 |
| Peak year | 2013 (265 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #30 |
| Years in records | 1999–2024 (26 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 39 spots |
Frequently asked about Logan
What does the name Logan mean?
Logan means “Little hollow; dweller in the little hollow” from Scottish Gaelic — from lagan (little hollow), originally a place name and surname roots.
What is the origin of the name Logan?
Logan has Scottish Gaelic — from lagan (little hollow), originally a place name and surname origin. The traditional meaning is “Little hollow; dweller in the little hollow”.
How popular is Logan in Australia?
Logan ranked #81 in Australia in 2024 — given to 100 babies that year.
When was Logan most popular?
Logan peaked in 2013 with 265 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Logan a boy or girl name?
Logan is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Logans in registered births are male.
Is the name Logan rising or falling in popularity?
Logan has fallen 39 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #42 in 2019 to #81 in 2024.
How long has Logan been recorded in Australia?
Logan appears in birth records in Australia across 26 years — from 1999 through 2024.