Loughlin

Loughlin is an Irish surname derived from the Gaelic Ó Lochlainn, meaning “descendant of Lochlainn.” The given name Lochlainn is associated with Norse settlers in Ireland, and the surname originated as a patronymic identifying members of a family descended from a person named Lochlainn. The spelling Loughlin is one of several Anglicized forms that appeared in English-language records from the medieval period onward.

Geographic distribution and usage: Loughlin remains most common in Ireland and among people of Irish ancestry. In the modern era, bearers of the name are found throughout the Irish diaspora, particularly in the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom, where descendants of Irish emigrants carry the surname.

Notable people: Lori Loughlin (born 1964) is an American actress known for television and film, including the series Full House. The surname is borne by other individuals in fields such as the arts, sports, and public life.