EDMUND
The meaning of the unisex name Edmund is PROSPEROUS PROTECTOR..
Details on EDMUND:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- Prosperous protector
- Popularity for Boy:
- 2,494th in the USA (top 10%)
- Popularity for Girl:
- 17,931st in the USA (bottom 45%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
175 births
EDMUND as a BOY in 2024
5 births
EDMUND as a GIRL in 1979
The meaning(s) of EDMUND:
The name Edmund is a French baby name. In French the meaning of the name Edmund is: Prosperous protector.
The name Edmund is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Edmund is: Prosperous protector.
The name Edmund is an Anglo-Saxon baby name. In Anglo-Saxon the meaning of the name Edmund is: Wealthy defender.
The name Edmund is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Edmund is: Wealthy guardian; happy defender.
The name Edmund is a Shakespearean baby name. In Shakespearean the meaning of the name Edmund is: King Henry IV, 1' Earl of March.'King Henry VI, III' Edmund, Earl of Rutland and son to Richard Plantagenet. 'Tragedy of King Lear' Edmund, bastard son to Gloucester. 'King Richard The Second' Edmund Langley, Duke of York and uncle to the King.
USA SSA birth(s) for EDMUND:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name EDMUND
EDMUND as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 175 births |
| 2023 | 194 births |
| 2022 | 168 births |
| 2021 | 173 births |
| 2020 | 122 births |
| 2019 | 160 births |
| 2018 | 168 births |
| 2017 | 162 births |
| 2016 | 190 births |
| 2015 | 173 births |
| 2014 | 176 births |
| 2013 | 151 births |
| 2012 | 138 births |
| 2011 | 111 births |
| 2010 | 95 births |
| 2009 | 125 births |
EDMUND as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 1979 | 5 births |
| 1930 | 5 births |
| 1929 | 6 births |
| 1928 | 5 births |
| 1927 | 5 births |
| 1926 | 7 births |
| 1924 | 7 births |
| 1922 | 5 births |
| 1919 | 5 births |
| 1917 | 5 births |
| 1912 | 5 births |
About the name EDMUND
Edmund, a name steeped in history and elegance, traces its origins back to Old English, derived from the elements "ead," meaning prosperity, fortune, or wealth, and "mund," signifying protection or guardian. This noble name has long been associated with strength and leadership, evoking images of wise kings and valiant knights. Found prominently in England, where it has graced the annals of literature and royalty, Edmund carries with it the charm of medieval tales and the gravitas of historical significance. Its resonance extends beyond the British Isles, finding a place in cultures across Europe, such as Germany and Scandinavia, where variations like Edmundas and Edmundo add a unique flavor. The name is often linked to themes of honor and loyalty, embodying the spirit of a steadfast protector. As a choice for a baby name, Edmund offers a blend of tradition and warmth, promising a future filled with both strength and prosperity.
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