Lord

Meaning

A person of high rank or authority; a nobleman.

Etymology

Lord derives from Old English 'hlāford,' composed of 'hlāf' (loaf of bread) and 'ford' (guardian), originally meaning 'bread-keeper' or 'guardian of provisions.' Over time, it evolved to mean a person of noble rank or authority.

About the Name Lord

An extremely uncommon given name derived from the English word for a person of high rank, Lord is rarely used as a first name in modern times. Its use as a given name is highly unusual and may reflect unusual naming practices or cultural contexts.

Historical People Named Lord