Edmund
Edmund is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Prosperous protector or protector of wealth.
Origin and history
Edmund is a classic masculine name derived from Old English elements meaning 'wealth' and 'protection'. It was borne by several medieval kings and saints of England, giving it a strong historical foundation. In the United States, it is an enduring traditional name that remains moderately utilized.
Popularity in the United States
52,083 babies in the United States have been named Edmund since 1880. It ranks #498 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1067.
States where it is most popular
- NY (16.2 %)
- PA (10.2 %)
- MA (9.8 %)
- IL (8.1 %)
- CA (7.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 708 |
| 1890-1900 | 868 |
| 1900-1910 | 1,151 |
| 1910-1920 | 7,422 |
| 1920-1930 | 10,205 |
| 1930-1940 | 5,995 |
| 1940-1950 | 5,807 |
| 1950-1960 | 6,027 |
| 1960-1970 | 4,335 |
| 1970-1980 | 2,541 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,975 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,359 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,127 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,528 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,035 |
Famous people named Edmund
- Edmund Hillary: Mountaineer, Explorer
- Edmund Burke: Philosopher, Statesman
- Edmund Spenser: Poet
Nicknames
Ed, Eddie, Ned
Fun facts
- Edmund was the name of two Anglo-Saxon kings of England in the 10th century.
- Edmund Pevensie is one of the main central characters in C.S. Lewis's The Chronicles of Narnia series.