Cloyd Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Cloyd is a name of Welsh origin, meaning 'enclosure' or 'ford'. It evolved from the Welsh 'Clwyd' and has been used for centuries. Although relatively uncommon today, it carries a traditional charm. The name does not have biblical significance, but it is associated with historical roots in Wales.
The name Cloyd is most popular in Pennsylvania, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Cloyd has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Cloyd' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 750th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 913th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1480th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3327th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9637th out of 16616 names. Discover how the name 'Cloyd' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cloyd"
Pronunciation
/klɔɪd/
Origin
Welsh
Etymology
The name Cloyd is derived from the Welsh name 'Clwyd', which refers to a region in northern Wales. The name is thought to be related to the Welsh word 'clwyd', meaning 'enclosure' or 'ford'.
Meaning
enclosure, ford
Language Evolution
Clwyd (Welsh), Cloyd (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Cloyd has been used in Wales for centuries, but it gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the 19th century as families migrated.
Variants & Derivatives
Cloydy, Clowd
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Cloyd is a relatively uncommon name, often perceived as unique and traditional.
Famous People
Cloyd Heck Marvin, an American educator and university president., Cloyd Stiger, an American football player.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cloyd"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Cloyd"
"Cloyd" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 750th of 7545 | 1,212 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 913th of 6773 | 905 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1480th of 7552 | 531 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3327th of 10718 | 151 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9637th of 16616 | 36 |
Regional Popularity of "Cloyd" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
39.48% 559th/1416 |
36.33% 501st/1379 |
49.37% 1168th/2366 |
80.30% 917th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
45.21% 699th/1546 |
36.18% 563rd/1556 |
60.14% 1415th/2353 |
64.71% 1001st/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
54.42% 1212th/2227 |
38.68% 940th/2430 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Cloyd" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
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| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Cloyd"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Cloyd" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.