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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Powerful in battle
- Origin
- French (variant of Maud, ultimately Germanic)
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- MAWD
Maude is a French variant of Maud, with roots going back further into Germanic language, and it carries the meaning 'powerful in battle.' That's not a soft, decorative meaning — it's a name built around strength. If you want something with real historical depth behind it rather than just a pleasant sound, Maude has that.
Meaning & Origin of Maude
Meaning: Powerful in battle.
Origin: French (variant of Maud, ultimately Germanic).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Maude
MAWDIPA /mɔːd/
Popularity of Maude
Maude hit its high point in 1882, when it ranked #20 nationally with 1,089 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had dropped all the way to #3724, with just 41 babies named Maude — a steep decline across the SSA's full 1880-2024 record.
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FAQ
What does the name Maude mean?
Powerful in battle. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Maude?
Maude is pronounced MAWD (IPA: /mɔːd/).
Is Maude a popular name right now?
Maude peaked at #20 in 1882 and is ranked #3724 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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