Lloyd Brandon

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Lloyd Brandon — grey
168K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Lloyd Brandon is a name combining Celtic origins, bringing together "grey" (Lloyd) with "broom hill" (Brandon). The first name Lloyd is a masculine given name of Celtic origin. From Welsh llwyd, meaning 'grey.' A topographic or descriptive Welsh surname very common throughout Wales. The surname Brandon: Brandon is a surname of British, Irish and French origin. Notable persons with that surname include: Alexander Brandon (born 1974), American musician and composer Alfred de Bathe Brandon (all of Wellington, New Zealand): Alfred Brandon (politician) (1809–86), politician Alfred Brandon (mayor) (1854–1938), Mayor of Wellington, New Zealand (son of the above) Alfred Brandon (lawyer) (1883–1974), of Wellington, New Zealand (son of the above) Arthur Brandon (1822–1847), British architect and architectural writer, brother of Raphael B. Brent D. Brandon (born 1960), U.S. Lloyd is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 168K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Lloyd reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Lloyd

Meaning: grey

Celtic

From Welsh llwyd, meaning 'grey.' A topographic or descriptive Welsh surname very common throughout Wales.

Surname: Brandon

Meaning: broom hill

French

Brandon is a surname of British, Irish and French origin. Notable persons with that surname include: Alexander Brandon (born 1974), American musician and composer Alfred de Bathe Brandon (all of Wellington, New Zealand): Alfred Brandon (politician) (1809–86), politician Alfred Brandon (mayor) (1854–1938), Mayor of Wellington, New Zealand (son of the above) Alfred Brandon (lawyer) (1883–1974), of Wellington, New Zealand (son of the above) Arthur Brandon (1822–1847), British architect and architectural writer, brother of Raphael B. Brent D. Brandon (born 1960), U.S.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Lloyd is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 45%
United Kingdom 28%
Australia 10%
Ireland 8%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Lloyd by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Lloyd has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Floyd
  • Llwyd

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Lloyd Brandon:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

4
Soul Urge Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Lloyd?
The first name Lloyd originates from Celtic. From Welsh llwyd, meaning 'grey.' A topographic or descriptive Welsh surname very common throughout Wales.
When was Lloyd most popular?
The name Lloyd reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Brandon?
The surname Brandon originates from French. Brandon is a surname of British, Irish and French origin. Notable persons with that surname include: Alexander Brandon (born 1974), American musician and composer Alfred de Bathe Brandon (all of Wellington, New Zealand): Alfred Brandon (politician) (1809–86), politician Alfred Brandon (mayor) (1854–1938), Mayor of Wellington, New Zealand (son of the above) Alfred Brandon (lawyer) (1883–1974), of Wellington, New Zealand (son of the above) Arthur Brandon (1822–1847), British architect and architectural writer, brother of Raphael B. Brent D. Brandon (born 1960), U.S.
What are the origins of the name Lloyd Brandon?
The name Lloyd Brandon combines two different traditions: the first name Lloyd has Celtic roots, while the surname Brandon originates from French.
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