Loyd
Loyd is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Grey or sacred; derived from the Welsh 'llwyd'.
Origin and history
Loyd is a spelling variant of Lloyd, which originates from the Welsh word for grey or sacred. Historically common in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, its usage has declined significantly in modern times. It now functions as a vintage, traditional choice.
Popularity in the United States
22,436 babies in the United States have been named Loyd since 1880. It ranks #783 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1902.
States where it is most popular
- TX (16.3 %)
- OK (10.8 %)
- AR (8.4 %)
- TN (7.3 %)
- NC (6.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 208 |
| 1890-1900 | 460 |
| 1900-1910 | 643 |
| 1910-1920 | 3,541 |
| 1920-1930 | 5,797 |
| 1930-1940 | 4,064 |
| 1940-1950 | 2,992 |
| 1950-1960 | 2,112 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,212 |
| 1970-1980 | 653 |
| 1980-1990 | 401 |
| 1990-2000 | 182 |
| 2000-2010 | 76 |
| 2010-2019 | 70 |
| 2020-2029 | 25 |
Famous people named Loyd
- Loyd Blankenship: Writer, Computer Hacker
Fun facts
- Loyd is a simplified Americanized spelling of the traditional Welsh name Lloyd.
- The name was most frequently given in the United States during the first half of the 20th century.