Glennon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Glennon is an Irish name meaning 'valley', stemming from the Gaelic term 'Gleann'. It has evolved through various historical forms and is often viewed positively, reflecting strong cultural roots. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name, and it has gained popularity particularly among those with Irish ancestry. Notable individuals with this name include Glennon Doyle and Glennon McCoy.
The name Glennon is most popular in Missouri, 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, Glennon has been stalled for male in MidWest. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest. Across generations, 'Glennon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1840th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1585th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1668th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3854th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7538th out of 16616 names. Discover how the name 'Glennon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Glennon"
Pronunciation
/ˈɡlɛnən/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Glennon is derived from the Gaelic 'Gleann', meaning 'valley'. It often appears in Irish surnames and has been adopted as a given name.
Meaning
valley
Language Evolution
Gleann, Gleannán, Glennon
Historical Usage
The name Glennon has been used as both a surname and a given name, with increased popularity in the 20th century, particularly among Irish-American communities.
Variants & Derivatives
Glen, Glenn
Modern Popularity & Image
Glennon is seen as a traditional yet unique name, often associated with a strong sense of heritage and connection to Irish culture.
Famous People
Glennon Doyle, Glennon McCoy
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Glennon"
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 "Glennon"
"Glennon" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1840th of 7545 | 286 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1585th of 6773 | 358 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1668th of 7552 | 418 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3854th of 10718 | 115 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 7538th of 16616 | 67 |
Regional Popularity of "Glennon" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
38.42% 544th/1416 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
33.70% 521st/1546 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
29.23% 651st/2227 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
38.20% 1122nd/2937 |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
49.80% 1835th/3685 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Glennon" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Glennon"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Glennon" 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.