Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Edmund is an Old English name meaning 'wealthy protector.' Its etymology traces back to the elements 'ead' and 'mund,' reflecting a sense of prosperity and guardianship. The name evolved from Eadmund in Old English to its modern form, Edmund. It is associated with historical figures and has biblical relevance through the martyr St. Edmund. The name has maintained its popularity and is perceived as noble and wise.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈɛd.mənd/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Edmund is derived from the Old English elements 'ead,' meaning 'wealth, fortune, or prosperous,' and 'mund,' meaning 'protector or guardian.' Thus, the name can be interpreted as 'wealthy protector.'
Meaning
wealthy protector
Language Evolution
Eadmund (Old English), Edmunde (Middle English), Edmund (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Edmund was popular among royal families in England, particularly during the medieval period. It gained prominence due to St. Edmund, the King of East Anglia, who was martyred in the 9th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Eadmund, Edmunde, Eddie, Eddy
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Edmund is viewed as a classic and somewhat regal name, often associated with wisdom and strength. It retains a sense of nobility and historical significance.
Famous People
Edmund Spenser, English poet, Edmund Burke, Irish statesman and philosopher, Edmund Hillary, New Zealand mountaineer and explorer
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,145 peak births in 1923
Geographic Spread
Popular across 48 US states, with strongest presence in Massachusetts
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 10 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 148th of 7545 | 16,944 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 214th of 6773 | 11,110 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 310th of 7552 | 10,917 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 477th of 10718 | 4,687 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 750th of 16616 | 2,675 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1308th of 24088 | 1,864 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1165th of 23106 | 2,016 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 5533rd of 9107 | 39 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 7165th of 9204 | 16 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
9.04% 128th/1416 |
6.02% 83rd/1379 |
14.67% 347th/2366 |
18.65% 213th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
13.13% 203rd/1546 |
6.94% 108th/1556 |
19.76% 465th/2353 |
17.45% 270th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
13.83% 308th/2227 |
7.16% 174th/2430 |
17.03% 486th/2853 |
11.89% 330th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
16.41% 482nd/2937 |
8.41% 293rd/3483 |
17.99% 633rd/3518 |
12.56% 508th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
20.24% 746th/3685 |
11.62% 520th/4475 |
19.04% 989th/5194 |
11.87% 750th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
28.52% 1307th/4582 |
19.58% 1011th/5164 |
24.00% 1755th/7313 |
17.27% 1289th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
23.29% 928th/3984 |
27.37% 1228th/4487 |
21.71% 1481st/6822 |
17.65% 1108th/6276 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Massachusetts across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 148th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 214th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 310th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 477th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 750th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1308th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1165th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5533rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 7165th out of 9204 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.