Seldon
Seldon is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Willow valley, or a valley with a shed.
Origin and history
Seldon is an English surname turned given name, historically derived from place names meaning a valley with a shed or a willow valley. It has seen rare usage as a given name in the United States, appearing primarily in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Today, it is best recognized in literary circles through science fiction works.
Popularity in the United States
988 babies in the United States have been named Seldon since 1880. It ranks #3694 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- KY (88.9 %)
- AL (6.5 %)
- VA (4.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 12 |
| 1890-1900 | 14 |
| 1900-1910 | 16 |
| 1910-1920 | 173 |
| 1920-1930 | 224 |
| 1930-1940 | 161 |
| 1940-1950 | 128 |
| 1950-1960 | 89 |
| 1960-1970 | 58 |
| 1970-1980 | 51 |
| 1980-1990 | 17 |
| 1990-2000 | 26 |
| 2000-2010 | 19 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Seldon
- Seldon Connor: Governor, General
Fun facts
- The name is famous in science fiction as the surname of Hari Seldon, the protagonist of Isaac Asimov's Foundation series.
- It originated from Old English words combining 'sealh' (willow) or 'scyld' (shield/shelter) with 'dunu' (hill) or 'denu' (valley).