Boy Name
Buchanan
"Scottish surname with ancient Gaelic roots, historically associated with the Buchanan clan of Scotland"
Ranked #9087 for boys
About the Name Buchanan
Meaning
Scottish surname with ancient Gaelic roots, historically associated with the Buchanan clan of Scotland
Origin
ScottishGender
Boy
First Letter
BBoy Rank
#9087
Buchanan is a boy name of Scottish origin. The name means "Scottish surname with ancient Gaelic roots, historically associated with the Buchanan clan of Scotland" and Currently ranked #9087 in popularity in the United States. Browse more names starting with B or explore other Scottish names.
Popularity Over Time
-- 1950
-- 1960
-- 1970
-- 1980
#10 1990
#6 2000
#30 2010
#41 2020
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.
Famous People Named Buchanan
- JB James Buchanan (U.S. President)