Almon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Almon originates from Hebrew, meaning 'hidden' or 'concealed'. It has evolved from its biblical references to modern usage, maintaining a sense of uniqueness and a positive connotation due to its historical significance and biblical relevance.
The name Almon 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. 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, Almon has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. 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. Across generations, 'Almon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1069th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1450th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2371st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4612th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6951st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 20187th out of 24088 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6846th out of 9107 names. Discover how the name 'Almon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Almon"
Pronunciation
/ˈæl.mən/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Almon derives from the Hebrew word meaning 'hidden' or 'concealed'. It is referenced in the Bible as the name of a city in the territory of the tribe of Benjamin.
Meaning
Hidden, concealed
Language Evolution
Almon (Hebrew), Almon (English)
Biblical Background
Almon is mentioned in the Bible as a city of refuge in the Old Testament, specifically in the Book of Joshua.
Historical Usage
The name Almon gained popularity among Jewish communities and has been used throughout history, particularly in religious contexts.
Variants & Derivatives
Almony, Alman
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Almon is considered a unique and somewhat uncommon name, often viewed positively due to its biblical roots.
Famous People
Almon B. Parker (American politician), Almon C. Burch (American politician)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Almon"
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 "Almon"
"Almon" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1069th of 7545 | 678 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1450th of 6773 | 410 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2371st of 7552 | 224 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4612th of 10718 | 80 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6951st of 16616 | 79 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 20187th of 24088 | 11 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 6846th of 9107 | 18 |
Regional Popularity of "Almon" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
72.32% 1024th/1416 |
65.26% 900th/1379 |
84.53% 2000th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
69.86% 1080th/1546 |
- |
85.68% 2016th/2353 |
- |
| 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) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Almon" 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 "Almon"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Almon" 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.