Llewelyn

“lion” — Associated with Welsh princes

Wales origin · Unisex name

♂ 91% boys♀ 9% girls

#6746US 2023

13Births / yr

↓Falling

111All-time births

📅 Since 201700

How to pronounce Llewelyn

LOO·il·in

/ˈluː.ɪl.ɪn/ · stress on LOO · 3 syllables

“lion”

Associated with Welsh princes · Wales origin

What does Llewelyn mean and where does it come from?

Llewelyn (Welsh: Llywelyn) is a traditional Welsh name, historically associated with Welsh princes, particularly Llywelyn the Great (1173–1240) and his grandson, Llywelyn ap Gruffudd. The name is derived from 'llew' meaning 'lion' in Welsh. Although historically male, it has been adopted as a female

Cultural significance

Llewelyn has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Wales-speaking communities, where it reflects values of welsh.

Peak popularity

Reached #15157 in 2020 — currently #6746 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Llewelyn?

Llewelyn works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Llewelyn Grace

How popular is Llewelyn right now?

Falling — down 57 spots — currently #6746 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2020–2023#6746 · Top 5.0%

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#6746	13	▼ down 57
2022	#6689	13	▲ up 1229 · +30% births
2021	#7918	10	▲ up 7239 · +100% births
2020	#15157	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Llewelyn

Best Year2022Rank #6689

Peak Count13

Average Rank#9128

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2020 - 20234 years

The story of Llewelyn

Llewelyn is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2017. With 111 total births recorded, Llewelyn remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #15157 in 2020 to #6746 in 2023. Llewelyn is used for both genders: 9% female and 91% male.

Names that peaked alongside Llewelyn in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

Llewelyn by decade

Llewelyn peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	13
1920s	20
1950s	22
1960s	7
1970s	15
2010s ★	23
2020s	11

💎Llewelyn has only 111 total recorded births since 2017 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Llewelyn?

WELSH

Llew

WELSH

LewellaLlewella

ANCIENT CELTIC

Lugubelenus

CELTIC MYTHOLOGY

BelenusLugus

What names sound and feel like Llewelyn?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Llewelyn also consider these

American · A blend of

American · A beloved name

How is Llewelyn written in other languages?

Gender variants of Llewelyn

Lewella WELSH Llewella WELSH Lugubelenus ANCIENT CELTIC Belenus CELTIC MYTHOLOGY Lugus CELTIC MYTHOLOGY

Common questions about the name Llewelyn

What does the name Llewelyn mean?

Llewelyn means "Welsh" — a name rooted in Wales tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Llewelyn?

Llewelyn is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Llewelyn have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Llewelyn?

Llewelyn originates from Wales tradition. Wales names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Llewelyn?

Llewelyn is a three-syllable name pronounced L UW1 IH0 L IH0 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Llewelyn?

Llewelyn pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Wales heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.