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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Wealthy protector
- Origin
- Old English
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- ED-mund
Edmund is a boy's name from Old English, with a meaning of "wealthy protector." It's pronounced ED-mund (IPA /ˈɛdmənd/), and on the style side it leans bold with a touch of romantic, storybook. If you're after a name with real linguistic roots rather than a modern invention, Edmund fits that bill.
Meaning & Origin of Edmund
Meaning: Wealthy protector.
Origin: Old English.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Edmund
ED-mundIPA /ˈɛdmənd/
Popularity of Edmund
Edmund peaked at #130 in 1914, when 792 baby boys were given the name, and has since fallen to #1182 in 2024 with just 175 — a long, steady decline over more than a century of Social Security Administration records.
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FAQ
What does the name Edmund mean?
Wealthy protector. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Edmund?
Edmund is pronounced ED-mund (IPA: /ˈɛdmənd/).
Is Edmund a popular name right now?
Edmund peaked at #130 in 1914 and is ranked #1182 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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