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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Hill by a spring/well
- Origin
- English (place name)
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- WEL-duhn
Weldon is an English name that started out as a place name, literally meaning hill by a spring or well. It has a grounded, geographic feel rather than an abstract one — picture an actual hillside with water nearby. If you're drawn to names with a clear, literal meaning tied to land and landscape, Weldon fits that mold.
Meaning & Origin of Weldon
Meaning: Hill by a spring/well.
Origin: English (place name).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Weldon
WEL-duhnIPA /ˈwɛldən/
Popularity of Weldon
Weldon had its moment in 1920, when it ranked #324 with 325 babies given the name — by 2024 it had fallen all the way to #3033, with just 41 babies. Social Security has tracked it since 1881, so this is a century-long slide from a modest peak to near-obscurity today.
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FAQ
What does the name Weldon mean?
Hill by a spring/well. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Weldon?
Weldon is pronounced WEL-duhn (IPA: /ˈwɛldən/).
Is Weldon a popular name right now?
Weldon peaked at #324 in 1920 and is ranked #3033 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1881–2024.)
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