Legynd
A distinctive variant spelling of "legend", suggesting an illustrious person or story.
Name Census estimates that about 146 living Americans carry the first name Legynd. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Legynd today is around 5 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Legynd births was 2023 (36 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Legynd. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
146
~ 1 in 2,347,632 Americans
Peak year
2023
36 babies that year
Average age
5
years old
2024 SSA rank
#4,493
Tracked since 2017
Popularity
Legynd: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Legynd from the 2010s through to the 2020s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2020s, with 116 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Legynd by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Legynd during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Legynds live
Origin
Meaning and history of Legynd
The name Legynd is a peculiar and intriguing one, shrouded in mystery and intrigue. Its origins can be traced back to the ancient Celtic tribes that once roamed the misty hillsides of what is now known as the British Isles. Linguists believe that the name is derived from the Old Welsh word "llegendhyn," which loosely translates to "one who weaves tales."
In the early days of Celtic culture, storytellers and bards held a revered position in society. They were tasked with preserving the oral histories and mythologies of their people, passing them down from generation to generation through the art of spoken word. It is thought that those particularly skilled in this craft were bestowed with the honorific title of "Legynd," a recognition of their mastery in weaving captivating narratives.
The earliest known written record of the name Legynd can be found in the ancient Welsh manuscript known as the "Black Book of Carmarthen," dating back to the late 12th century. Within its pages, a line of verse pays tribute to a renowned bard called "Legynd the Spellbinder," whose enchanting tales were said to have the power to transport listeners to realms of pure imagination.
Throughout the annals of history, the name Legynd has been borne by several notable figures. One such individual was Legynd ap Rhys (1210-1278), a Welsh poet and scholar whose works were instrumental in preserving the rich literary traditions of his homeland. Another was Legynd of Avalon (1385-1452), a legendary figure said to have been the last in a long line of Druidic priestesses, guardians of the sacred isle of Avalon.
In the realm of mythology, the name Legynd is associated with the figure of the same name from the Mabinogion, a collection of medieval Welsh tales. Legynd was a powerful enchantress who wielded the gift of prophecy and was said to have foreseen the downfall of the once-great Kingdom of Prydain.
The name Legynd also found its way into the annals of English literature, with the character of the same name appearing in the epic poem "The Faerie Queene" by Edmund Spenser (1552-1599). In this work, Legynd is depicted as a wise and ancient hermit who guides the protagonist, Redcrosse, on his quest for truth and virtue.
While the name Legynd may have faded from common use in modern times, its legacy endures as a testament to the enduring power of storytelling and the reverence with which those who mastered this art were once held. It serves as a reminder of the rich tapestry of folklore and mythology that has been woven throughout the ages, and the importance of preserving these threads of cultural heritage for generations to come.
People
Legynd + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Legynd as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with L
Other first names starting with L with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Legynd: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Legynd?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 146 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Legynd going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 2,347,632 US residents.
Is Legynd a common name?
We classify Legynd as "Very Rare". It ranks above 69.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 147 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Legynd most popular?
The single biggest year for Legynd was 2023, when 36 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Legynd is about 5 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Legynd in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Legynd a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Legynd in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Legynd still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Legynd in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Legynd can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How common is the name Legynd?
See how many people share the name Legynd on HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site built around that single question.