Ewald Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ewald is a name of Old High German origin, meaning 'law power' or 'ruler of the law'. It evolved through various forms including Ewaldus in Latin. The name is associated with traits of strength and authority. It does not have biblical relevance, and it gained popularity during the medieval period, particularly in German-speaking regions. Today, Ewald is regarded as a traditional name with a vintage charm.
The name Ewald is most popular in Wisconsin, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest 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, Ewald has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Ewald' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1130th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2221st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5014th out of 7552 names. Discover how the name 'Ewald' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ewald"
Pronunciation
/ˈeɪwɑːld/
Origin
Old High German
Etymology
The name Ewald is derived from the Old High German elements 'ewe' meaning 'law' and 'wald' meaning 'power' or 'rule'. Thus, it can be interpreted to mean 'law power' or 'ruler of the law'.
Meaning
law power, ruler of the law
Language Evolution
Ewaldus (Latinized form), Ewald (Old High German), Ewald (Modern German)
Historical Usage
Ewald gained popularity in the medieval period, particularly in German-speaking regions, and has been used in various forms across Europe.
Variants & Derivatives
Ewaldus, Ewaldo, Ewaldine
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Ewald is considered a traditional name in Germany and has a vintage charm, often associated with strength and authority.
Famous People
Ewald von Kleist (German general), Ewald Hering (German psychologist)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ewald"
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 "Ewald"
"Ewald" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1130th of 7545 | 618 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2221st of 6773 | 208 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5014th of 7552 | 33 |
Regional Popularity of "Ewald" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
43.15% 611th/1416 |
- |
53.59% 1268th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
64.49% 997th/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 "Ewald" 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 "Ewald"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ewald" 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.