Fictional CharacterAmericanFictional — No Country for Old Men
Lewellyn Moss
Protagonist of 'No Country for Old Men'
Biography
The protagonist of Cormac McCarthy's novel 'No Country for Old Men,' a welder and Vietnam veteran who stumbles upon drug money and becomes hunted by a ruthless assassin.
Quick Facts
Category
Fictional Character
Nationality
American
Appears In
No Country for Old Men
Thinking about the name
Lewellyn
Welsh origin
“Derived from Welsh 'Llywelyn,' meaning 'lion-like' or 'leader,' this English spelling variation preserves the noble Welsh heritage while offering easier pronunciation for English speakers. The name has aristocratic overtones and carries the strength of both Welsh and Norman-English traditions.”