Redmond
Redmond is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Wise protector or counsel protector.
Origin and history
Redmond is a masculine name derived from Germanic roots, meaning 'wise protector' or 'counsel guard', which reached Ireland via Anglo-Norman settlement as an Anglicization of Réamonn. Historically used as both a surname and a given name, it remains relatively uncommon in the United States. Its classic English sound gives it a distinguished, traditional quality.
Popularity in the United States
819 babies in the United States have been named Redmond since 1880. It ranks #3857 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1815.
States where it is most popular
- CA (75 %)
- TX (25 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 6 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 5 |
| 1910-1920 | 53 |
| 1920-1930 | 79 |
| 1930-1940 | 63 |
| 1940-1950 | 39 |
| 1950-1960 | 42 |
| 1960-1970 | 45 |
| 1970-1980 | 8 |
| 1980-1990 | 63 |
| 1990-2000 | 107 |
| 2000-2010 | 43 |
| 2010-2019 | 154 |
| 2020-2029 | 112 |
Famous people named Redmond
- Redmond O'Neal: Actor
- Redmond Gerard: Snowboarder, Athlete
Nicknames
Red
Fun facts
- The name was introduced to Ireland by Anglo-Norman families, where it was adopted into Irish Gaelic as Réamonn.
- Like many traditional English given names, Redmond functions widely as both a surname and a first name.