name origins

ToS is a game that is inspired deeply by mythology, mostly Norse mythology. For example, the areas Heimdall, Ymir and Asgard are based off places of Norse Mythology as well as Kratos' name [Cratos]. Norse Mythology was spread all over northern European countries with the Vikings. Occassionally Celtic and Norse mythology is inter changable in some literature because of their similar themes.

Lloyd, according to thinkbabynames.com, is a Welsh name. Welsh is a dialect of Celtic that was spoken in Wales. It is taken from "Llwyd" and can mean "Gray-haired" and "Sacred". The name is associated with wisdom or respect.

The term sacred can apply to Lloyd's character. He is the offspring of a seraph, one of the higher up angels in the angelic hierarchy. By the end of the game, Lloyd sprouts wings himself. In a way, he has become a sacred individual. He certainly does not contain much wisdom but he is held with a lot of respect from his friends and family. He is strong-willed and caring about others. He sees his goals fully to the end.