A 1910s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Loyd since 1880
Babies named Loyd per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1926, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Loyd's real moment was 1919.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 208 |
| 1890s | 460 |
| 1900s | 643 |
| 1910s | 3,541 |
| 1920s | 5,797 |
| 1930s | 4,064 |
| 1940s | 2,992 |
| 1950s | 2,112 |
| 1960s | 1,212 |
| 1970s | 653 |
| 1980s | 401 |
| 1990s | 182 |
| 2000s | 76 |
| 2010s | 70 |
| 2020s | 25 |
Meaning & origin
Loyd is a less common variant of the Welsh name Lloyd, meaning 'grey'. Its popularity peaked in 1919, but after years of decline it has been rising again since 2021. In 2025, it ranked 12,008th with a rate of 1 in 341,615 newborns, reflecting its status as a rare but increasingly chosen name. Its use has been most notable in the early 20th century, and its revival suggests a renewed interest in vintage names with straightforward pronunciation.
Loyd is often considered a variant spelling of Lloyd, a Welsh surname derived from the word 'llwyd', meaning 'grey' or 'grey-haired'. The name has been used as a given name since the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. It rose in popularity in the early 20th century in the United States, peaking in 1919.
Where Loyd is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Lloyd
Sibling names for Loyd
Names that share Loyd's style, for a brother or sister.
