Irish Baby Name · Boy

Lachtna

Pronounced: LOKH-na

Meaning: Milk-coloured, pale

About the name

Origin
Irish
English version
Lucius
Stronghold region
Munster

Overview

Lachtna was the great-grandfather of Brian Boru, ancestor of the Dál gCais dynasty. The name describes a milky or pale colouring.

The story behind Lachtna

Lachtna mac Cuirc was an early king of the Dál gCais and is named in the genealogies leading to Brian Boru.

Mythology & legend

Non-mythological; Dál gCais ancestor.

Did you know?

Lachtna was great-grandfather of Brian Boru.

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