Lancelot
l(a)-nce-lot,
lan-celot
US Popularity:21463
Origin:French
Other Origin(s):German
Meaning:Little lance, little spear; Little land
Best known from Arthurian legend, Lancelot is a masculine name that embodies chivalry and literary charm. Sir Lancelot is famously the greatest knight of King Arthur's Knights of the Round Table and the lover of Queen Guinevere. This moniker's heart-throb vibe has a sharp yet cute edge with the meanings "little lance" or "little spear" from the Old French word lance. As a diminutive of the Germanic Lanzo, Lancelot may also mean "little land," inspiring your child to lay down their roots and feel right at home.
How Popular Is The Name Lancelot?
U.S. Births
Overall:Lancelot is currently #21463 in U.S. births
Boy:Lancelot is currently #10452 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2024
#10452
in 2024
- 1836
from 2023
Sources
Behind the Name, Lancelot, December 2024
Behind the Name, Lance, December 2022
WordSense Dictionary, Lancelot
Online Etymology Dictionary, Lancelot
Britannica, Lancelot, legendary knight, February 2025
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