Loyd
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
22,517 Total Births
145 Years of Data
1926 Peak Popularity Year
630 Peak Births

Loyd Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Loyd is a name of Welsh origin, meaning 'gray' or 'gray-haired'. It evolved from the Old Welsh 'llwyd' through Middle Welsh 'Lloyd' to the modern form 'Loyd'. The name has historical significance and gained popularity in the 19th century, with a perception of classic elegance today. It does not have biblical relevance.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Loyd"

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Pronunciation

/lɔɪd/

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Origin

Welsh

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Etymology

The name Loyd is derived from the Welsh word 'llwyd', meaning 'gray' or 'gray-haired'. It has been used as a surname and a given name in Wales for centuries.

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Meaning

gray, gray-haired

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Language Evolution

Llwyd (Old Welsh), Lloyd (Middle Welsh), Loyd (Modern English)

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Historical Usage

The name Loyd became popular in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a variation of the surname Lloyd.

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Variants & Derivatives

Lloyd, Loyde, Loydson

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Loyd is seen as a classic name with a vintage charm, though it is less common than its variant Lloyd.

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Famous People

Loyd Grossman, an American television personality., Loyd Carr, an American football coach.

📊 Loyd Name Trend Analysis

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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable
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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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✨ Loyd Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Moderately Popular name with 630 peak births in 1926

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 33 US states, with strongest presence in Oklahoma

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 9 different American generations with varying popularity

🔊 Same Pronunciation Names for "Loyd" - Complete Guide (8 Names)

Discover the ultimate list of homophone names and same pronunciation names that sound identical to "Loyd". These names share the same pronunciation but may have different spellings, offering alternative options for parents seeking similar-sounding names. Whether you're looking for American or British pronunciation variations, this comprehensive guide includes 8 carefully curated names that maintain the same phonetic sound.

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Loyd"

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History of "Loyd"

"Loyd" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 229th of 7545 8,871
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 287th of 6773 6,959
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 521st of 7552 3,991
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 939th of 10718 1,191
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 2200th of 16616 482
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 7684th of 24088 138
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 10526th of 23106 67
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Girl 5446th of 9107 41
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 5329th of 9204 45

Regional Popularity of "Loyd" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
18.79%
266th/1416
62.29%
859th/1379
6.30%
149th/2366
35.55%
406th/1142
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
22.25%
344th/1546
68.44%
1065th/1556
8.84%
208th/2353
26.57%
411th/1547
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
26.22%
584th/2227
- 14.02%
400th/2853
20.54%
570th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
37.86%
1112th/2937
- 20.69%
728th/3518
30.39%
1229th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
64.56%
2379th/3685
- 33.31%
1730th/5194
50.70%
3203rd/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - 68.67%
5022nd/7313
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Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
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Regional Popularity of "Loyd" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - 100.00%
2353rd/2353
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

State-by-State Popularity of "Loyd"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Loyd" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.

Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Loyd" in the United States

The name Loyd is most popular in Oklahoma, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Loyd has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Loyd' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 229th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 287th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 521st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 939th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2200th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7684th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10526th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5446th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5329th out of 9204 names. Discover how the name 'Loyd' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

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