Lancelot

Pronunciation: [ l-ANS-uhl-aht ]

Boy Name #13,952 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Lancelot is a boy name, recorded for 7 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced l-ANS-uhl-aht.

Parents who love the name Lancelot often also consider Laura, Lavinia, Lavina .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #13,952
Total SSA Count: 7

Alternative Spellings

Lance #843

Nicknames

Lan Lay Lanie Lancie

Similar Names

Laura Lavinia Lavina Lavenia Lacy Lanie Lauretta Lavonia

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lancelot

Is Lancelot a boy or girl name?

Lancelot is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Lancelot?

Lancelot is pronounced l-ANS-uhl-aht.

How popular is the name Lancelot?

Lancelot is currently ranked #13952 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Lancelot?

Common nicknames for Lancelot include Lan, Lay, Lanie, and Lancie.

Is Lancelot a common or rare name?

Lancelot is an uncommon name, ranked #13952 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Lancelot

Lancelot is a boy name .

Lancelot is currently ranked #13,952 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Lancelot include Lan, Lay, Lanie, and Lancie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Lancelot include Lance . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.