Luellen Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: loo-ELL-en /luːˈɛlən/
Origin: Welsh; English
Meaning: Welsh: idol; English: derived from a combination of Lou and Ellen
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Luellen has its roots in the Welsh language, deriving from the elements "llyw" meaning "leader" and "elen" which can be interpreted as "nymph" or "fawn." This combination suggests a meaning akin to "leader of the fawns" or "leader of the nymphs," reflecting a connection to nature and leadership. The name likely evolved through the medieval period in Wales, where it was used as a given name for girls, influenced by the rich tradition of Welsh naming practices that often incorporate elements of nature and nobility.
Historically, the name Luellen can be associated with various figures in Welsh history and literature. The name may have been influenced by the legendary figures of Welsh folklore, such as the character Llewellyn, a name that has been borne by notable princes of Gwynedd during the 13th century.
The most famous Llewellyn, Llewellyn the Great, ruled from 1195 to 1240 and is often celebrated in Welsh history for his resistance against English rule. This historical context adds a layer of significance to the name Luellen, linking it to themes of leadership and national identity.
Culturally, Luellen embodies the spirit of Welsh heritage, often evoking images of the pastoral landscape and the mythical connections of Welsh folklore. The name has been embraced in various forms, with diminutives such as Lu or Lue appearing in informal contexts, though these variations are less documented.
The enduring appeal of Luellen can be attributed to its lyrical quality and the deep cultural roots it represents, making it a name that resonates with the themes of leadership and nature inherent in Welsh tradition.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Luellen was first seen in the United States in 1900.
Luellen has ranked as high as #3250 nationally, which occurred in 1948, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Luellen has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Luellen is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Luellen was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Luellen.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1968 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1967 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 1965 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1964 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 1963 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 1962 | 15 | 0 | 15 |
| 1961 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1960 | 21 | 0 | 21 |
| 1959 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1958 | 15 | 0 | 15 |
| 1957 | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| 1956 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 1955 | 18 | 0 | 18 |
| 1954 | 23 | 0 | 23 |
| 1953 | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| 1952 | 15 | 0 | 15 |
| 1951 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1950 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 1949 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 1948 | 24 | 0 | 24 |
| 1947 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 1946 | 18 | 0 | 18 |
| 1945 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1944 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1943 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 1942 | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| 1941 | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| 1940 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 1939 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 1938 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 1937 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 1936 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1935 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 1934 | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| 1933 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1932 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1931 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1930 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1929 | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| 1928 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 1927 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1926 | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| 1925 | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| 1924 | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| 1923 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 1922 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 1921 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 1920 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 1919 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1918 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1917 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1916 | 15 | 0 | 15 |
| 1915 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 1914 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 1913 | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| 1912 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1909 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1900 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
Top States for Luellen
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
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