Lancelot
Meaning of Lancelot
The name Lancelot is a distinguished and evocative choice for a baby boy, steeped in rich history and legendary associations. Originating from Old French, the name Lancelot is most famously linked to Sir Lancelot, one of the Knights of the Round Table in Arthurian legend. Pronounced LAN-suh-lot (/ˈlæn.sə.lɒt/), this timeless name conjures images of chivalry, bravery, and romance. Variations include the more contemporary Lance. Although relatively rare in modern usage, as reflected by its lower occurrence rates in recent years within the United States, Lancelot remains an enchanting option for parents seeking a name with historical significance and a touch of medieval grandeur.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as LAN-suh-lot (/ˈlæn.sə.lɒt/)
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Notable People Named Lancelot
| Lancelot Thomas Hogben FRS FRSE was a British experimental zoologist and medical statistician known for his work with the African clawed frog and his criticism of the eugenics movement. |
| Lancelot Andrewes was an influential English bishop and scholar, known for his high positions in the Church of England and overseeing the translation of the King James Version of the Bible. |
| Lancelot Holland, also known as Launcelot, was a British Army officer, diarist, and noted bibliophile who later became a company director. |
| Lancelot Ribeiro was an influential Expressionist painter known for his pioneering work with polyvinyl acetate and oil paints, and is recognized as a leading figure in the arrival of Indian artists to Britain. |
| Vice-Admiral Lancelot Ernest Holland was a Royal Navy officer known for commanding the British force in the Battle of the Denmark Strait and for his dedication during the sinking of HMS Hood. |
| Lancelot Francis Lawton was a British historian, military officer, scholar of Ukrainian studies, activist, and international political journalist known for his contributions to the understanding of Ukrainian history and his reporting from Japan and the Soviet Union. |
| Major General Lancelot Daryl Hickes was a prominent British Army officer in the Second World War. |
| Lancelot Perowne - Major General Lancelot Edgar Connop Mervyn Perowne was a British Army officer known for commanding the 17th Gurkha Division during the Malayan Emergency. |
| Lancelot Oduwa Imasuen is a Nigerian film director and producer. |
| Lancelot Wilkinson was a British political officer and civil servant in India, known for his work with the East India Company and his translations of Indian texts. |
| Lancelot Hedman Graaf, a Swedish singer and reality TV personality, is known for his appearances in Melodifestivalen, Let's Dance, and his own reality series Lance vs livet. |
| Lancelot Bangor Ward was an English first-class cricketer and an officer in the Indian Civil Service. |
| Ven Lancelot Mason MBE MA was a prominent Church of England priest in the 20th century. |
| Lancelot Phelps was an American physician and businessman who served as a United States representative from Connecticut from 1835 to 1839. |
| Sir Lancelot Henry Elphinstone was the 22nd Attorney General of Ceylon. |
