Gender Masculine
Usage Breton, French
Pronounced Pron. eh-LOO-an(Breton) EH-LOO-AHN(French)  [key·IPA]

Meaning & History

Possibly from a Breton word meaning "light". This name was borne by an obscure 6th-century saint who is now venerated mainly in Brittany and Cornwall.

Related Names

VariantsLoan, Loann, Lohan(French)
Feminine FormLoane(French)

Popularity

People think this name is

classic   formal   upper class   wholesome   refined   strange   serious  

Name Days

France: August 28

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Entry updated June 9, 2023