Lewellyn
boy nameLewellyn entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #1848 in 1929, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
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rank today
#1848
peak (1929)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2898 |
| 1920s | #2993 |
| 1930s | #2810 |
| 1940s | #3083 |
| 1950s | #3342 |
| 1960s | #4049 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Lewellyn are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Lewellyn alive today was born around 1929, making them about 96 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lewellyn in 2025?
- Lewellyn is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Lewellyn most popular?
- Lewellyn peaked in 1929, reaching #1848 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Lewellyn with classmates?
- Lewellyn will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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