Floyd

Boy's name

Floyd is of Welsh origin, derived from the Old Welsh name "Llwyd," meaning "gray" or "brown."

Meaning Grey
Origin Welsh
U.S. births in 2023 67 Falling
Peak year 1926

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Floyd Mayweather - Boxing champion
  • Floyd Patterson - Heavyweight boxing champion
  • Floyd Little - NFL Hall of Famer
  • Floyd Landis - Cyclist, Tour de France winner
  • Floyd Cramer - Country music pianist
  • Floyd Red Crow Westerman - Actor, activist
  • Floyd Norman - Disney animator
  • Floyd Collins - Cave explorer
  • Floyd Bannister - MLB pitcher
  • Floyd Dixon - Blues musician

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