Lloyd Parkes

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Lloyd Parkes — grey
168K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Lloyd Parkes is a name that combines Celtic origins. 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 Parkes: Sir Henry Parkes (1815–1896), Australian politician, one of the earliest and most prominent advocates for Australian federation Parkes, New South Wales, a regional town Parkes Observatory, a radio telescope near Parkes, New South Wales Parkes Shire, a local government area in New South Wales Parkes, Australian Capital Territory, a suburb of Canberra Division of Parkes (1901–1969), an abolished Sydney electorate in the Australian House of Representatives Division of Parkes, a current regional electorate in the House of Representatives Tenterfield School of Arts, known as the Sir Henry Parkes Sc. 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: Parkes

English

Sir Henry Parkes (1815–1896), Australian politician, one of the earliest and most prominent advocates for Australian federation Parkes, New South Wales, a regional town Parkes Observatory, a radio telescope near Parkes, New South Wales Parkes Shire, a local government area in New South Wales Parkes, Australian Capital Territory, a suburb of Canberra Division of Parkes (1901–1969), an abolished Sydney electorate in the Australian House of Representatives Division of Parkes, a current regional electorate in the House of Representatives Tenterfield School of Arts, known as the Sir Henry Parkes Sc.

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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

Notable People Named Lloyd Parkes

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

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

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

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 Parkes?
The surname Parkes originates from English. Sir Henry Parkes (1815–1896), Australian politician, one of the earliest and most prominent advocates for Australian federation Parkes, New South Wales, a regional town Parkes Observatory, a radio telescope near Parkes, New South Wales Parkes Shire, a local government area in New South Wales Parkes, Australian Capital Territory, a suburb of Canberra Division of Parkes (1901–1969), an abolished Sydney electorate in the Australian House of Representatives Division of Parkes, a current regional electorate in the House of Representatives Tenterfield School of Arts, known as the Sir Henry Parkes Sc.
What are the origins of the name Lloyd Parkes?
The name Lloyd Parkes combines two different traditions: the first name Lloyd has Celtic roots, while the surname Parkes originates from English.
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