lloyd
n. countable A1 Beginner US //ˈɫɔɪd// lloyd
n. a common traditional name for a man. It is originally a Welsh name that means 'grey'.
n. a masculine given name of Welsh origin, derived from the word 'llwyd' meaning grey. When used as a surname, it often refers to the historical insurance market Lloyd's of London.
My friend Lloyd is coming over for dinner tonight.
The company founder, Lloyd Jenkins, insisted on meeting every new employee personally during their first week.
While Lloyd remains a classic choice for a first name, it is perhaps most globally recognised today in the context of the historic insurance market located in the heart of London.
Usage
As a proper name, it is always capitalised.