Llewellyn
Meaning
Leader
Origin
Welsh
Pronunciation
/ləˈwɛlɪn/
Traits associated with the name Llewellyn:
Dogs named Llewellyn tend to be loving, industrious, strong-willed, and brave. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Llewellyn?
Naming your dog Llewellyn suggests that you have an appreciation for traditional Welsh names and may have a connection to Welsh culture. It also suggests that you have a fondness for classic names and may have a preference for traditional values.
Is Llewellyn a good dog name?
Llewellyn has more syllables than most dog names, but you can easily give your pup a nickname to shorten things. Llewellyn isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Llewellyn is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Llewellyn was, in the past month, the 4600th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Llewellyn is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Llewellyn was viewed 26 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Llewellyn's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Llewellyn is most adored in Kentucky, California and New York.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Illinois, Missouri and North Carolina.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Llewellyn.
Llewellyn is found in these categories:
old-fashioned
Welsh roots and rarity in modern naming trends give it vintage charm.
Dog names like Llewellyn:
January 24, 2022
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