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  MORTIMER

The meaning of the boy name Mortimer is STILL WATER.

Details on MORTIMER:

Gender:
Boy
Meaning(s):
Still water
Popularity for Boy:
30,347th in the USA (bottom 45%)
Origin(s) 
Themes / lists: 

Latest USA SSA birth information:

5 births
MORTIMER as a BOY in 2023

The meaning(s) of MORTIMER:

The name Mortimer is a French baby name. In French the meaning of the name Mortimer is: Dead sea (a stagnant lake).
French meaning
The name Mortimer is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Mortimer is: Dead sea (a stagnant lake).
American meaning
The name Mortimer is a Latin baby name. In Latin the meaning of the name Mortimer is: Dwells by the still water.
Latin meaning
The name Mortimer is a Shakespearean baby name. In Shakespearean the meaning of the name Mortimer is: King Henry IV, Part 1' Earl of March. 'Henry VI, Part 1' Edmund Mortimer, Earl of March. 'King Henry the Sixth, Part III' Sir John Mortimer, uncle to the Duke of York.
Shakespearean meaning

USA birth(s) for MORTIMER by year:

Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name MORTIMER

 MORTIMER as a boy

YearBoy Births
20235 births
20216 births
20208 births
20195 births
20155 births
19725 births
19715 births
19707 births
19666 births
19656 births
19648 births
19638 births
19625 births
19616 births
19596 births
19585 births
19577 births
19568 births
19548 births
19537 births
19516 births
195012 births
19485 births
194712 births
19465 births
19455 births
19449 births
194311 births
19429 births
19417 births
194012 births
19398 births

About the name MORTIMER

Mortimer, a name steeped in history and rich with meaning, is of Old French origin, derived from the words "mort," meaning "dead," and "mer," signifying "sea." This evocative name suggests a metaphorical connection to the depths of life and death, an exploration of existence that resonates through time. Traditionally associated with nobility and strength, Mortimer carries a regal air, historically linked to the powerful Mortimer family of medieval England, whose influence shaped the very fabric of society. The name finds a home in various cultures, particularly in the United Kingdom, where it evokes images of grand estates and storied pasts, but it also appears in literature and lore, giving it an artistic flair. In modern contexts, Mortimer can be found in the United States and Canada, lending a vintage charm to contemporary naming trends. Symbolically, it embodies a balance between life's fragility and the vastness of the human experience, making it a thoughtful choice for parents seeking a name that is both unique and meaningful, imbued with a sense of history and depth.

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