Rising since 2017, #5,861 for boys today.
Popularity of Legynd since 2017
Babies named Legynd per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 31 |
| 2020s | 131 |
Meaning & origin
Legynd is a modern invented name that emerged in 2017 as a respelling of the word 'legend.' Its use has been rising since then, with a peak in 2023. In 2025, it ranked 5,861, meaning roughly 1 in 113,872 boys received the name that year. Top state usage data shows Texas as the leading state for Legynd. The name fits a broader trend of aspirational, word-based names with distinctive spellings, appealing to parents seeking a unique and powerful-sounding name.
Legynd is a contemporary coinage that re-spells the English word 'legend' for a unique given name. It first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 2017 and has seen modest use since, particularly in Texas. The name fits a broader trend of aspirational, word-based names with altered spellings.
Where Legynd is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Legynd
Names that share Legynd's style, for a brother or sister.
