Lord Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationlord / /lɔrd/English; Latin
Meaning
English: title of nobility; Latin: 'lord' or 'ruler'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Lord is derived from the English title of nobility, which has been used since the Middle Ages. It signifies authority and governance, often associated with land ownership and feudal systems. In Latin, the term 'dominus' translates to 'lord' or 'master', further emphasizing its historical significance. The name has been used both as a title and a given name in various cultures.
Trend Summary
The name Lord has seen limited popularity as a given name in the United States.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lord was first seen in the United States in 1917. Lord has ranked as high as #1334 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Lord has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lord (2000)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1934 | 8 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1940 | 7 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1954 | 7 |
| 1958 | 8 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1970 | 7 |
| 1971 | 10 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1975 | 11 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1979 | 11 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1985 | 12 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 13 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 2001 | 16 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 18 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2012 | 14 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 20 |
| 2016 | 21 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 18 |
| 2019 | 18 |
| 2020 | 21 |
| 2021 | 29 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 24 |
| 2024 | 14 |