Eamon
Eamon is a boy's name of Irish origin.
Meaning
Wealthy protector or guardian of riches.
Origin and history
Eamon is an Irish name derived from Éamonn, which is the Gaelic form of the Old English name Edmund. It carries the traditional meaning of wealthy protector or guardian. In the United States, it is a moderately rare choice primarily used for boys, offering a distinctive Celtic alternative to Edmund or Edward.
Popularity in the United States
4,743 babies in the United States have been named Eamon since 1880. It ranks #1790 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1289.
States where it is most popular
- NY (24.6 %)
- CA (14.2 %)
- MA (12.3 %)
- PA (8 %)
- IL (7.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 5 |
| 1920-1930 | 16 |
| 1930-1940 | 5 |
| 1940-1950 | 5 |
| 1950-1960 | 23 |
| 1960-1970 | 127 |
| 1970-1980 | 209 |
| 1980-1990 | 405 |
| 1990-2000 | 611 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,182 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,481 |
| 2020-2029 | 674 |
Famous people named Eamon
- Eamon de Valera: Statesman, President
- Eamon Courtenay: Politician, Lawyer
Fun facts
- Eamon developed in Ireland as the Gaelic adaptation of the Old English name Edmund.
- The name gained international prominence through major historical Irish political leaders in the 20th century.