Edmon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Edmon originates from Old English and means 'wealthy protector'. It evolved from 'Eadmund' in Old English to 'Edmund' in Middle English, and finally to 'Edmon' in modern usage. The name is linked to traits of strength and nobility and has no biblical connections. It gained popularity during the medieval period due to the influence of Saint Edmund.
The name Edmon is most popular in Arkansas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation 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. From 2020-2022, Edmon has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Edmon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1417th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1780th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2578th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4046th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7020th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 12980th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 17359th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Edmon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Edmon"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛd.mən/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Edmon is derived from the Old English elements 'ead', meaning 'wealth, fortune', and 'mund', meaning 'protector'. Thus, it can be interpreted as 'wealthy protector'.
Meaning
wealthy protector
Language Evolution
Eadmund (Old English), Edmund (Middle English), Edmon (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Edmon gained popularity in England during the medieval period, particularly as a result of Saint Edmund, the King of East Anglia, who was martyred in the 9th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Edmund, Eadmund, Eddie, Eddy
Modern Popularity & Image
Edmon is less common today but is viewed positively as a name associated with strength and protection, often considered traditional and noble.
Famous People
Edmonia Lewis - An American sculptor known for her works during the 19th century., Edmon H. Smith - A prominent American mathematician.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Edmon"
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 "Edmon"
"Edmon" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1417th of 7545 | 423 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1780th of 6773 | 300 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2578th of 7552 | 192 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4046th of 10718 | 105 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 7020th of 16616 | 77 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 12980th of 24088 | 47 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 17359th of 23106 | 17 |
Regional Popularity of "Edmon" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
66.48% 1573rd/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
73.40% 1727th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
77.71% 2217th/2853 |
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| 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 "Edmon" 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 "Edmon"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Edmon" 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.