Lloyde is a distinctive and unique given name, originating from Welsh roots. It is an anglicized form of the Welsh name Llywelyn, which is derived from 'llŷw' meaning 'leader'. The name has been historically associated with Wales, particularly among its royalty, as it was borne by several Welsh princes and kings, including Llywelyn the Great. In English-speaking countries, Lloyde is often used interchangeably with Lloyd, though it maintains its unique identity due to its distinct spelling.
The name Lloyde experienced fluctuations in popularity over time, with its peak occurring during the late 1920s to early 1930s when there were consistently higher numbers of births each year, reaching as high as ten births in 1927 and 1932. However, it is important to note that these statistics only represent a small sample size, as Lloyde was not a commonly used name during this period. After the mid-1940s, the name began to decline in popularity, with fewer than ten births per year recorded until 1965 when six babies were named Lloyde. Overall, there were a total of 149 births with the name Lloyde between 1916 and 1965.