Thurmond Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Thurmond is an Old English name meaning 'guardian through'. It evolved from 'Þurmund' in Old English to its modern form. The name carries connotations of strength and protection. It has no direct biblical relevance and gained popularity primarily in the 19th and 20th centuries as a surname before transitioning to a given name. Notably, it is associated with figures like Strom Thurmond, contributing to its historical significance.
The name Thurmond is most popular in South Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Baby Boomers 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, Thurmond has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Thurmond' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2290th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1952nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1825th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3737th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8057th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 24088th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 23106th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Thurmond' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Thurmond"
Pronunciation
/ˈθɜrmənd/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Thurmond is derived from the Old English elements 'þurh', meaning 'through', and 'mund', meaning 'protection' or 'guardian'. It was likely used as a surname before becoming a given name.
Meaning
Guardian through
Language Evolution
Old English: Þurmund, Middle English: Thurmonde, Modern English: Thurmond
Historical Usage
Thurmond gained popularity as a surname in medieval England and later became more recognized as a given name in the 19th and 20th centuries, particularly in the United States.
Variants & Derivatives
Thurman, Thurmond, Thurmon
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Thurmond is considered somewhat unique and carries a traditional and strong image. It is not as commonly used today but may appeal to those looking for distinctive names with historical roots.
Famous People
Strom Thurmond, an American politician and former U.S. Senator, Thurmond Chatham, an American politician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Thurmond"
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 "Thurmond"
"Thurmond" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2290th of 7545 | 204 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1952nd of 6773 | 258 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1825th of 7552 | 351 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3737th of 10718 | 122 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 8057th of 16616 | 57 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 24088th of 24088 | 5 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 23106th of 23106 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Thurmond" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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62.17% 1471st/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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70.68% 1663rd/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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40.27% 1149th/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) |
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Regional Popularity of "Thurmond" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Thurmond"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Thurmond" 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.