How Many People Are Named Llewellyn?
Complete statistics for the name Llewellyn: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Llewellyn, a very rare male name, is held by just 1,505 people in the US, making up 1 in 219,305 Americans. This classic name peaked in popularity way back in 1918 with 79 births, showing its timeless appeal.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 3 symbolizes creativity, self-expression, and joy.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 81All 3,719 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1918Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Llewellyn Through the Generations
Llewellyn has been a name passed down through generations, with a unique demographic profile. Born in 1918, the peak year saw 79 births, reflecting a time when this name was more commonly chosen. Today, the majority of those named Llewellyn are over 60, with 79% falling into this age bracket, indicating a strong connection to older generations. The name's current trend shows it's rising again, suggesting a renewed interest in its classic charm.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Llewellyn's Welsh roots
📄 About the Name Llewellyn
How Many People Have the Name Llewellyn?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 5,887 people in the United States currently share the name Llewellyn. That works out to roughly 1 in every 56,302 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.
Is Llewellyn a Common or Rare Name?
Llewellyn is classified as Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Llewellyn Mean?
Llewellyn means "Welsh prince" and comes from Welsh origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 3.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Llewellyn in SSA data, approximately 93% are male and 7% are female.
When Was Llewellyn Most Popular?
The name Llewellyn reached peak popularity in 1918, with 79 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Llewellyn?
Approximately 5,887 people named Llewellyn live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 5,887. That works out to roughly 1 in 56,302 Americans.
Is Llewellyn a rare name?
Llewellyn is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 56,302 Americans has this name.
What does the name Llewellyn mean?
Llewellyn means "Welsh prince" and comes from Welsh origins.
Is Llewellyn more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 93% of people named Llewellyn are male and 7% are female.
When was Llewellyn most popular?
Llewellyn peaked in 1918 with 79 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.