Llewelyn
Meaning of Llewelyn
Llewelyn is a unisex name of Welsh origin. In Welsh, it is pronounced as thloo-EH-lin (/ɬɛˈwɛlɪn/). It is also spelled as Llewellyn. The name has a rich history and is associated with Welsh mythology and medieval Welsh rulers. Llewelyn has been given to babies in the United States, with varying popularity over the years. In recent years, it has been less commonly used, but it still remains an intriguing and unique choice for parents looking for a distinctive name for their child.
Pronunciation
Welsh
- Pronunced as thloo-EH-lin (/ɬɛˈwɛlɪn/)
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Notable People Named Llewelyn
| Samuel Llewelyn Kenrick was a Welsh solicitor known as the "father of Welsh football" for founding the Football Association of Wales and organizing the first Welsh international football match against Scotland in 1876. |
| Llewelyn Powys was a British essayist and novelist, known as the younger brother of John Cowper Powys and T. F. Powys. |
| Lieutenant Llewelyn Crichton Davies was a Welsh World War I flying ace with five aerial victories. |
| Llewelyn David Bevan was a Congregational church minister and academic who was active in Australia. |
| Llewelyn Lloyd was a British-Italian painter associated with the Post-Macchiaioli movement. |
| Llewelyn Wyn Griffith CBE was a Welsh novelist and World War I captain known for his memoir "Up to Mametz." |
| Llewelyn Jones is a Welsh rugby player and the father of Pandora Jones, born on 8 April 2023. |
