Fernand Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Fernand has French origins and means 'brave traveler'. It evolved from the Old High German name Ferdinand through Old French to its modern form. It is often associated with traits of courage and nobility and does not have a biblical background. The name gained popularity in the medieval period and remains widely recognized today.
The name Fernand is most popular in Maine, USA 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. From 2020-2022, Fernand has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Fernand' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1079th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1326th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2645th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4363rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9016th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 21250th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Fernand' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Fernand"
Pronunciation
/fɛrˈnɑ̃/
Origin
French
Etymology
The name Fernand is derived from the Old High German name 'Ferdinand', which is composed of the elements 'fardi', meaning journey, and 'nand', meaning brave or daring.
Meaning
brave traveler
Language Evolution
Ferdinand (Old High German), Ferdinand (Old French), Fernand (Modern French)
Historical Usage
Fernand gained popularity in the medieval period, particularly in France and Spain, and has remained a common name in various cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Ferdinand, Fernando, Fernandinho
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Fernand is perceived as a traditional and classic name, often associated with nobility and strength.
Famous People
Fernand Léger, the French painter, Fernand Braudel, the French historian, Fernand Mery, the French actor
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Fernand"
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 of "Fernand"
"Fernand" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1079th of 7545 | 667 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1326th of 6773 | 486 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2645th of 7552 | 183 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4363rd of 10718 | 90 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9016th of 16616 | 43 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 21250th of 23106 | 7 |
Regional Popularity of "Fernand" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
28.86% 398th/1379 |
56.00% 1325th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
33.16% 516th/1556 |
95.07% 2237th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
53.62% 1303rd/2430 |
73.64% 2101st/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Fernand" by Generation for 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 of "Fernand"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Fernand" 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.