Lewellyn
Pronunciation: [ l-oo-EHL-ihn ]
Lewellyn is a boy baby name. Ranked #37,951 in the US, popular nicknames include Lew, Ley, and Lewie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Lewellyn first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 43 babies have been named Lewellyn in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Lewellyn is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #37,951 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #37,951
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Lewellyn is also used as a girl name, ranked #23814.
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About the Name Lewellyn
Lewellyn is a boy name .
Is Lewellyn a boy or girl name? Lewellyn is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #37,951 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #23,814. Lewellyn is more commonly used as a girl name.
Lewellyn is currently ranked #37,951 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Lewellyn include Lew, Ley, Lewie, and Leweie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis