Dymond Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Dymond is an English name with roots in Old English, meaning 'diamond' and referring to a precious stone. It has evolved from its historical forms and is recognized for its uniqueness in modern usage. The name carries no biblical significance but is associated with creativity and individuality in contemporary culture.
The name Dymond is most popular in Maryland, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South 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, Dymond has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Dymond' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8705th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 16274th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 20190th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3433rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2248th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9797th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Dymond' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dymond"
Pronunciation
/ˈdaɪmənd/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Dymond is derived from the Old English word 'dym' meaning 'to dim or to darken,' indicating a connection to light or absence thereof. It is also thought to be a variant of the name Diamond, which refers to the precious stone.
Meaning
diamond, precious stone
Language Evolution
Dymond (Modern English), Dymond (Middle English), Dymond (Old English)
Historical Usage
The name Dymond gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a unique and modern alternative to more traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Diamond, Dymondy
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Dymond is perceived as a trendy and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Dymond Johnson, American actress, Dymond McGhee, American musician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dymond"
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 "Dymond"
"Dymond" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 8705th of 16616 | 47 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 16274th of 24088 | 24 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 20190th of 23106 | 10 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3433rd of 27321 | 468 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2248th of 35406 | 1,281 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 9797th of 30306 | 122 |
Regional Popularity of "Dymond" by Generation for Male 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) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Dymond" 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) |
54.93% 2024th/3685 |
53.41% 2390th/4475 |
51.68% 2684th/5194 |
75.86% 4792nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
40.90% 1874th/4582 |
41.21% 2128th/5164 |
25.75% 1883rd/7313 |
51.80% 3866th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
100.00% 6822nd/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Dymond"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dymond" 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.