Holding steady.
Popularity of Floyed since 1918
Babies named Floyed per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 6 |
| 1920s | 64 |
| 1930s | 37 |
| 1940s | 5 |
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Floyed is a rare variant spelling of Floyd that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1918. Its popularity peaked in 1930, reflecting the broader trend of Welsh-derived names in the early 20th century. With no rank in recent years and an estimated 1-in-N occurrence too sparse to calculate, Floyed remains a distinctive choice tied to a specific era. Its trajectory is stable, meaning it has seen little to no usage in decades, and it did not experience a revival in the 2020s. Parents drawn to Floyed often appreciate its vintage sound and connection to the Welsh word for 'gray,' giving it a quiet, antiquarian charm.
Floyed is a variant spelling of Floyd, which itself is an Anglicized form of the Welsh name Lloyd, derived from 'llwyd' meaning 'gray' or 'gray-haired'. The name was originally a nickname describing someone with gray hair or a gray complexion. It became a common surname in Wales before gaining popularity as a given name in the English-speaking world. Floyed, as a spelling variant, likely arose in the early 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Floyed
Names that share Floyed's style, for a brother or sister.
